Savory Turkey Saltimbocca Recipe with Prosciutto & Sage
Tender turkey cutlets wrapped in savory prosciutto, infused with fresh sage, and bathed in a buttery white wine sauce for an elegant and flavorful dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Turkey cutlets (thinly sliced)
- Prosciutto (thinly sliced)
- Fresh sage leaves
- All-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- Olive oil (extra virgin)
- Butter
- Dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
- Chicken broth
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Place the turkey cutlets between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them with a meat mallet until they’re about ¼ inch thick. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Lay a slice of prosciutto over each turkey cutlet, pressing lightly to adhere. Place a fresh sage leaf on top and secure it with a toothpick.
- Lightly coat each cutlet with flour, shaking off any excess.
- Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the turkey cutlets, prosciutto-side down, and cook for 2–3 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes. Remove the cutlets and set them aside.
- In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter, then add ½ cup of dry white wine and ½ cup of chicken broth. Scrape up any browned bits from the skillet for added flavor. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Place the turkey cutlets back into the skillet, spoon the sauce over them, and simmer for 2–3 minutes to heat through.
- Transfer the turkey saltimbocca to a plate, spoon the sauce over the top, and garnish with extra sage leaves if desired.
Notes
[‘Don’t skip the pounding step to ensure even cooking and tender turkey.’, ‘Use fresh sage for the best flavor.’, ‘Choose a dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio for the sauce.’, ‘Adjust the seasoning of the sauce to taste after adding wine and broth.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turkey cutlet with
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 35
Keywords: Turkey saltimbocca, Italian recipe, prosciutto, sage, white wine sauce, easy dinner, gluten-free option