CHICKEN SCALLOPINE WITH SAFFRON CREAM SAUCE

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Chicken Scallopine with Saffron Cream Sauce image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

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

Steps:

  • 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. 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. Cook 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. Pour the sauce over the chicken.
  • Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.

Cul Henry
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I would not recommend this recipe for beginner cooks.


EVA Champion
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my sauce didn't turn out as creamy as I would have liked.


Bill M
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This dish is best served immediately after it's made.


Alkanah Gill
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I would recommend serving this dish with a side of rice or pasta.


Carlinbaby102email.Com. Carlinboss1
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it.


Rajish Ram
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I love the saffron cream sauce. It's so unique and flavorful.


Ignitious Banda
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion.


Jahidul Islam Ardun
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ahmad I A
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and it always turns out great.


Folk Boi
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but this dish was amazing. The sauce was so flavorful and creamy, and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


balad alamin
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family. The saffron cream sauce was especially good.


Me rohim Md rahim
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful.