Gut-Friendly Chicken Saltimbocca with Summer Sides

Light. Flavorful. Microbiome-approved.

Chicken Saltimbocca — which translates to “jumps in the mouth” — is traditionally rich and savory, but often loaded with butter, gluten, and heavy ingredients that can leave you feeling sluggish or bloated. This version keeps all the flavor but swaps in clean, gut-supportive ingredients so you can enjoy a beautiful meal and feel good after eating it.

Why It’s Gut-Friendly

• No gluten, no dairy, no bloat. Instead of flour and butter, we use whole, anti-inflammatory ingredients that are easier to digest.

• Bone broth base. Adds amino acids and collagen to help repair and support the gut lining.

• Fresh herbs + lemon. Sage and lemon zest aren’t just flavorful — they also support digestion and have anti-inflammatory properties.

• Light, fiber-rich sides. Zucchini, fennel, and quinoa provide gentle fiber and prebiotics to keep your microbiome happy.

  
  

🍗 Chicken Saltimbocca (Gut-Friendly)

Serves 2–3

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin

• 6 slices nitrate-free prosciutto

• 6 fresh sage leaves

• Sea salt + black pepper

• 2 tbsp olive oil or ghee

• ½ cup dry white wine (alcohol cooks off, flavor stays)

• ½ cup low-sodium bone broth

• Optional: 1 tsp arrowroot powder + 1 tbsp water (to thicken)

Instructions:

1. Pound chicken to about ¼ inch thick. Season lightly with salt + pepper.

2. Place a sage leaf on top of each piece and wrap with prosciutto. Secure with a toothpick if needed.

3. Heat oil in a skillet. Sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

4. Deglaze pan with white wine, scraping up bits. Add bone broth and simmer 5–6 minutes to reduce.

5. Optional: stir in arrowroot slurry for a silky sauce.

6. Serve warm with sauce spooned over the chicken. Garnish with extra sage or lemon zest.

🥗 Gut-Friendly Summer Sides

Charred Zucchini + Fennel Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 small zucchinis, sliced lengthwise

• ½ fennel bulb, shaved thin

• Handful of arugula or microgreens

• Juice of ½ lemon

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt + cracked pink peppercorns

• Optional: 1 tbsp sheep’s milk or almond yogurt

Instructions: Grill or pan-sear zucchini until lightly charred. Toss with raw fennel, arugula, lemon juice, olive oil, and seasoning. Add a dollop of yogurt on the side or bottom of the plate for creaminess without dairy overload.

Warm Quinoa with Peas + Basil Oil

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa

• ½ cup peas (fresh or frozen)

• 2 tbsp chopped parsley

• Basil oil: Blend handful basil with ¼ cup olive oil + pinch of salt

• Optional: sprinkle of pine nuts or hemp seeds

Instructions:Toss warm quinoa with peas, parsley, and drizzle with basil oil. Top with seeds for a little crunch and healthy fat.

✨ Gut Health Tip of the Week

Pair bitter herbs like fennel, arugula, and sage with meals to support bile flow and digestion.These natural bitters help your body break down fat, absorb nutrients, and prevent bloating after meals. It's one of the easiest ways to help your gut — and they taste great too.

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