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Italian Chicken Saltimbocca

Delicious Italian Chicken Saltimbocca Made Light and Tasty

Enjoy low-calorie, high-protein Italian Chicken Saltimbocca, featuring juicy chicken wrapped in prosciutto and sage, drizzled with a zesty lemon sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Cutlets Can substitute with veal or pork
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust quantity to taste
  • 2-3 leaves Sage Leaves Fresh is recommended
  • 4 slices Prosciutto Turkey bacon can be used as a substitute
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil is an alternative
  • 0.5 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth Homemade stock is preferable
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Bottled lemon juice can be an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch Can substitute with arrowroot powder or omit
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • meat thermometer
  • airtight container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by evenly seasoning both sides of the boneless skinless chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
    Italian Chicken Saltimbocca
  2. Place 2-3 fresh sage leaves on each seasoned chicken cutlet, then wrap each cutlet with a slice of prosciutto.
    Italian Chicken Saltimbocca
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the wrapped chicken cutlets for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
    Italian Chicken Saltimbocca
  4. Remove the chicken and cover it loosely with aluminum foil to keep warm while preparing the sauce.
    Italian Chicken Saltimbocca
  5. In the same skillet, combine chicken broth and lemon juice, add cornstarch, and bring to a gentle boil for about one minute.
    Italian Chicken Saltimbocca
  6. Serve the chicken cutlets on individual plates and drizzle with the tangy lemon sauce.
    Italian Chicken Saltimbocca

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; freeze wrapped chicken cutlets without sauce for up to 2 months.

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