Keto Saltimbocca
This Keto Saltimbocca is a sumptuous Italian classic, reimagined for the low-carb lifestyle. It pairs tender chicken wrapped in savory prosciutto with aromatic sage, all in a buttery white wine sauce for a dish that literally 'jumps in the mouth' as its Italian name promises.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 310kcal
Equipment
- Meat mallet
- Plastic wrap
- Large skillet
- Toothpicks
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 2 lbs or 900g
- 8 slices prosciutto thin, about 4 oz or 113g
- 8 fresh sage leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil 30ml
- ¼ cup dry white wine 60ml
- ½ cup chicken broth 120ml
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter 30g
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Toothpicks
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the chicken breasts. If they are thick, place them between two pieces of plastic wrap and gently pound them with a meat mallet to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm).
- Season each chicken breast with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Place a sage leaf on each chicken breast, then wrap each breast with two slices of prosciutto, ensuring the sage leaf is secured underneath. Use toothpicks to hold the prosciutto in place.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the wrapped chicken breasts and cook for about 3 minutes on each side, or until the prosciutto is crispy and the chicken is golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Deglaze the skillet with the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow the wine to simmer and reduce by half, which will take about 2 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Return the chicken to the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and cover. Let it cook for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken to a serving plate, then stir the butter into the skillet sauce until it's melted and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts, remove toothpicks, and serve hot.
Notes
If you don't consume alcohol, the white wine can be substituted with additional chicken broth and a squeeze of lemon for acidity.
For an authentic Italian experience, serve with a side of keto-friendly vegetables like sautéed spinach or zucchini noodles.
Nutrition
Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 18g | Net Carbs: 1g