Chicken Scaloppine with Limoncello Sauce

Elevate your dinner table with this elegant Chicken Scaloppine with Limoncello Sauce, a dish bursting with fresh, zesty flavor and luscious creaminess. Perfectly tender chicken breasts are lightly coated in seasoned flour, pan-seared to golden perfection, and nestled in a velvety sauce made with limoncello liqueur, garlic, and a splash of cream. Brightened with fresh lemon juice and zest, this Italian-inspired entrée strikes the perfect balance between tangy and rich. Finished with a sprinkle of chopped parsley, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gourmet-style recipe is ideal for impressing dinner guests or treating yourself to a luxurious weeknight meal. Pair it with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete and irresistible plate.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cups Chicken stock
• 0.25 cups Limoncello liqueur
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoons Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Using a meat mallet, pound the chicken to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts in batches and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken stock and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the stock simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the Limoncello liqueur, heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Let the sauce simmer gently for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to warm the chicken and allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top just before serving. Serve the Chicken Scaloppine with Limoncello Sauce hot, paired with pasta, rice, or a simple side of sautéed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1429.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2708.4

Total Fat 145.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 837.3mg	0%
Sodium 3047.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g	0%
Total Sugars 23.3g
Protein 234.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 150.0mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 234.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.2%

Protein: 36.7%

Carbs: 12.1%