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Italian caprese chicken saltimbocca with prosciutto and basil

Caprese Chicken Saltimbocca

Dive into the delightful flavors of our Caprese Chicken Saltimbocca, a quick and easy dish that combines tender chicken, fresh basil, prosciutto, and creamy mozzarella. This gluten-free and optionally dairy-free recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 531 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breast boneless, skinless
  • 2 clove garlic or 2 tsp garlic paste
  • 1 cup basil more for garnish
  • 3 oz prosciutto 4 thin slices
  • 1/3 cup flour all purpose, gluten-free
  • 3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 8 oz mozzarella we recommend ciliegine mozzarella balls
  • balsamic glaze optional
  • kosher salt
  • black pepper freshly ground

Instructions
 

  • Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally (unless you are already using cutlets). Set aside.
    2 chicken breast
  • Peel and finely grate garlic to make a paste. Set aside.
    2 clove garlic
  • Cut cherry tomatoes in half. Set aside.
    2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • Place flour in a shallow bowl. Set aside.
    1/3 cup flour
  • Rub chicken cutlets with grated garlic. Season on both sides with salt and pepper. Press 2 basil leaves on top of each cutlet. Wrap each cutlet with 2 pieces of prosciutto, wrapping tightly so the basil is secured.
    kosher salt, black pepper, 3 oz prosciutto
  • Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is shimmering, add prepared chicken cutlets. Cook until the bottom is browned, about 3 to 4 minutes. Carefully flip the chicken and cook until the other side is golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes.
    3 tbsp olive oil
  • Remove from skillet to serving plate and season with salt, if desired.
  • Top chicken with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and freshly chopped basil leaves as desired. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, if using. Serve.
    8 oz mozzarella, balsamic glaze, 1 cup basil

Nutrition

Calories: 531kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 41gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 131mgSodium: 636mgPotassium: 690mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1106IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 321mgIron: 2mg
Note: Nutrition facts are only estimates and actual amounts may vary.
Keyword air fryer recipe, chicken breast, chicken caprese saltimbocca, italian, lemon (idea for squeezing on top), prosciutto