Chef John’s Prosciutto-Sage Chicken Saltimbocca
Chicken saltimbocca pairs tender chicken breasts with fragrant sage and salty prosciutto, finished with a bright, buttery pan sauce of Marsala wine, lemon, and chicken broth. Serve it for an elegant yet approachable dinner when you want a richly flavored chicken dish with a fresh citrus lift.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chef John’s Prosciutto-Sage Chicken Saltimbocca, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 13 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 26
- Heart Health
- 68
- Metabolic
- 38
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 57
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the chicken breasts between sheets of heavy plastic on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound the chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet until it is 3/8-inch thick. Season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- 2
With the smoother side of the chicken breasts facing up, lay sage leaves on each breast; more sage leaves will give a stronger sage flavor. Cover the breasts with a single layer of prosciutto, enclosing the sage underneath.
- 3
Lay a piece of plastic wrap over the chicken and press down firmly to flatten it. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes before cooking for best results.
- 4
Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken prosciutto-side down in the pan and sear until the prosciutto is lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Turn the chicken over and cook until it is no longer pink at the center and the juices run clear, about 3 minutes more. The exact time will depend on the size and thickness of the chicken breasts.
- 5
Turn off the heat, remove the chicken to a plate, and cover it loosely with foil.
- 6
For the sauce, add Marsala, lemon juice, and chicken broth to the pan, along with any juices accumulated on the plate. Return the pan to medium-high heat and boil until the sauce is reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and swirl in the butter until it disappears.
- 7
Spoon the sauce generously over the chicken saltimbocca and serve with a lemon wedge on the side.
- Calories 531.79 kcal High 27%
- Protein 55.1 g Good Source 110%
- Carbohydrate 14.13 g 5%
- Total Fat 28.17 g High 36%
- Saturated Fat 9.33 g High 47%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 176.88 mg High 59%
- Sodium 435.17 mg Moderate 19%
- Dietary Fiber 4.94 g Moderate 18%
- Total Sugars 6.56 g --
- Added Sugars 1.48 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 55.93 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 1.71 mg Low Source 10%
- Potassium 202.51 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 97.91 mcg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin C 75.0 mg Good Source 83%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Sulfites
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Chef John's Prosciutto Sage Chicken Saltimbocca is made with 9 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 20 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Chicken Breast, Chicken Broth, Dried Sage, and Lemon. Each serving provides about 531.79 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chef John’s Prosciutto-Sage Chicken Saltimbocca made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Breast, Chicken Broth, Dried Sage, Lemon, Marsala Wine. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chef John’s Prosciutto-Sage Chicken Saltimbocca?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 531.79 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chef John’s Prosciutto-Sage Chicken Saltimbocca easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 9 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Chef John’s Prosciutto-Sage Chicken Saltimbocca healthy?
- Chef John’s Prosciutto-Sage Chicken Saltimbocca has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 531.79 calories and 55.1 g of protein, or 110% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 435.17 mg (19% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 9.33 g (47% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Sulfites and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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