Chicken Saltimbocca Recipe
prosciutto, arugula, sage & arugula pesto, fontina
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to about 1/2 inch thickness using a meat mallet.
- 2
Assemble the Saltimbocca
On each chicken breast, layer 2 slices of prosciutto and 3 sage leaves. Fold the chicken in half to cover the filling and secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- 3
Cook the Chicken
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 4
Add Cheese and Bake
Top each piece of chicken with fontina cheese and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
- 5
- 6
Serve
Remove the toothpicks from the chicken and serve hot, drizzled with arugula pesto.
