Chicken Saltimbocca Recipe

Name: Chicken Saltimbocca
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 4 medium chicken cutlets; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 paper-thin slices prosciutto; 1/2 cup ricotta cheese; 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped; 3 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
4 medium chicken cutlets
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 paper-thin slices prosciutto
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil

1
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2
Add the flour to make a roux and cook, stirring, about 1 minute.
3
The roux should have a wet sand consistency.
4
Add the chicken broth and lemon juice.
5
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and whisk constantly until thickened, about 5 minutes.
6
Set aside.
7
Season both sides of the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper.
8
Lay a slice of prosciutto on each piece of chicken, spread with some ricotta and top with some spinach.
9
Roll up each cutlet and secure with a toothpick.
10
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
11
Sear the chicken, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
12
Add the chicken broth mixture to the skillet and bring the liquid to a boil.
13
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
14
Transfer the chicken to a serving platter, remove the toothpicks and spoon over the pan sauce.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 cup chicken broth, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Chicken Saltimbocca falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Saltimbocca

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