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Chicken Scallopine With Creamy Saffron Sauce

5 MINPrep Time
20 MINCook Time
4Servings
(2)
by Giada De Laurentiis
Beginner
Photo Credit: Elizabeth Newman
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This is a really easy way to elevate something as simple as chicken breast cutlets, and make it a bit more sophisticated. The addition of saffron adds a rich, earthy flavor that feels extra special. (Though I will say - the sauce would be tasty without it too, if you wish to omit!)

The beauty of chicken cutlets is that they cook up incredibly quick - get them golden brown on each side, deglaze the pan, and build your sauce all within 20 minutes. Serve with rice, polenta, beans or pasta for a delicious weeknight meal.

Chicken Scallopine With Creamy Saffron Sauce
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Chicken Scallopine With Creamy Saffron Sauce

Category

Main Course

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Calories

333

Author:

Giada De Laurentiis

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken cutlets (scallopine)
  • 2 shallots (sliced)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Instructions

  1. Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper. Cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to serving plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
  2. Turn the heat to medium, add the shallot and the garlic and cook until tender, about 2 minutes. Deglaze the pan with the white wine. Using a wooden spoon, scrape all the brown bits from the bottom of the pan until the wine is almost evaporated. Add the chicken broth and saffron threads, bring to a simmer and reduce for 10 minutes. Add the cream, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and simmer for 1 minute to blend the flavors.
  3. Pour the sauce over the chicken. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Nutrition

per serving
Calories
333
Amount/Serving % Daily Value
Carbs
4 grams
Protein
25 grams
Fat
21 grams
Saturated Fat
8 grams
Trans Fat
1 grams
Cholesterol
113 milligrams
Sodium
905 milligrams
Fiber
1 grams
Sugar
1 grams
Unsaturated Fat
11 grams
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4 reviews & comments

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    LCH - May 22
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★

    This dish tasted wonderful it just didn’t turn out as pretty as Giada’s picture; mine was more of a white colored sauce.
    I’ll definitely be preparing this for dinner again.

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    LCH - May 22
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★

    This dish tasted wonderful it just didn’t turn out as pretty as Giada’s picture; mine was more of a white colored sauce.
    I’ll definitely be preparing this for dinner again.

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    Elaine Bocchino - Jun 09
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★

    Delicious!!! Will definitely make again

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    parrish Walker - Jun 09
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★

    I made it for 2. So I cut the chicken in half but not the sauce and served over pasta to soak up all the extra sauce. LOVED it.

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