Chicken Saltimbocca
4 servings
20 minutes
Chicken saltimbocca is an exquisite dish of Italian cuisine inspired by a traditional veal recipe. The name 'Saltimbocca' translates to 'jumps in the mouth,' which perfectly describes its tender taste and aroma. Chicken fillet infused with sage and white wine gains a subtle herbal note and juiciness. Light flour creates a soft crust, while the wine sauce completes the composition, adding depth to the flavor. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner or festive table and pairs wonderfully with fresh vegetables and light sides. It's easy to prepare, and the result is impressive!
1
Place the fillet on the cutting board. Press down with one hand and cut each piece horizontally into two thinner pieces with the other hand.
2
Wrap the chicken slices in plastic wrap and gently pound them to make them evenly thin. Unwrap, season with salt and pepper.
- Chicken breast fillet: 2 pieces
- Sage leaves: 8 pieces
3
Attach a couple of sage leaves on top of each piece using toothpicks (so that the skewers are as parallel to the surface of the chicken as possible).
4
Dip the bottom part of the chicken in flour. Heat olive oil in a pan and place the chicken with the sage side down. Fry for one and a half to two minutes, then flip and cook for the same amount of time.
- Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
5
Splash some wine into the pan, then immediately remove the chicken. Boil the wine for another minute - this will be the sauce to pour over the chicken when serving.
- Dry white wine: 0.5 glass
