Veal Or Chicken Scaloppine With Saffron Cream Sauce

Name: Veal Or Chicken Scaloppine With Saffron Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb veal (or boneless chicken breasts); salt; pepper; 2 1/2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 12 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced (or button mushrooms); 2 large shallots, finely chopped; 3/4 cup dry white wine; 1 cup broth (beef or chicken depending on meat); 1/4 teaspoon saffron thread; 3/4 cup heavy cream (or half & half); 1/2 cup frozen green pea, thawed; 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Servings: persons

1 lb veal (or boneless chicken breasts)
salt
pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
12 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced (or button mushrooms)
2 large shallots, finely chopped
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 cup broth (beef or chicken depending on meat)
1/4 teaspoon saffron thread
3/4 cup heavy cream (or half & half)
1/2 cup frozen green pea, thawed
1 lemon, cut into wedges

1
Sprinkle the meat with salt and pepper.
2
Melt 1/2 T Butter and 2 tsp of oil in heavy frying pan over high heat.
3
Working in batches, add meat and saute until just cooked through and golden, about 45-60 seconds per side.
4
Transfer to a platter and tent with foil to keep warm. Repeat with more butter and oil as necessary.
5
Melt 1 T butter and add 1 T oil in same pan over high heat. Add the mishrooms and shallots, sprinkle with salt and pepper and saute until mushrooms are golden brown, about 8 minutes.
6
Add wine, broth and saffron and simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
7
Add cream and boil until the sauce thickens slightly, stirring often, about 4 minutes.
8
Add peas and return the sauce to a simmer.
9
Season sauce with salt & pepper to taste.
10
Pour sauce over scaloppini and serve with lemon wedges.

313

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb veal (or boneless chicken breasts), salt, pepper, 2 1/2 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Veal Or Chicken Scaloppine With Saffron Cream Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!