Classic Chicken Saltimbocca (Printable Version)

Juicy chicken breasts wrapped with basil and prosciutto, finished with melted cheese and a tangy sauce.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Poultry

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (approx. 140-170 g each)

→ Seasonings

02 - Salt, to taste
03 - Black pepper, to taste
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder

→ Herbs and Fillings

05 - 8 large fresh basil leaves
06 - 8 thin slices prosciutto (approx. 85 g)
07 - Chopped basil, for garnish (optional)

→ Breading and Cooking Fats

08 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
10 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided

→ Sauce Components

11 - 60 ml dry white wine
12 - 180 ml chicken broth
13 - Juice of 1/2 lemon

→ Cheeses

14 - 8 thin slices Fontina cheese (alternatives: mozzarella, Gruyere, provolone)

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally through the thickest part, keeping one side attached. Open like a book and place two basil leaves on each breast center, topping with two prosciutto slices. Fold the chicken over and secure with a skewer or toothpicks.
02 - Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Lightly dredge each breast in 1 tablespoon of flour, shaking off excess. Set aside.
03 - Heat 2 tablespoons butter and olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and cover to keep warm; chicken will finish cooking in the sauce.
04 - Reduce heat to medium-low. Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in the skillet. Stir in remaining flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously. Whisk in white wine and cook 1 minute. Gradually add chicken broth and lemon juice; bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
05 - Return chicken to skillet and simmer over medium-low for 2 minutes. Top each breast with two cheese slices, cover, and cook 1-2 minutes until cheese melts. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, garnish with chopped basil if desired, and serve immediately.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Allow chicken to rest covered after searing to ensure juiciness while sauce is prepared.

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