Creamy Wine Pork Scallopini With Capers And Lemon
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Get ready to sink your teeth into the most divine Italian dish – Pork Scallopini!
This classic Italian recipe is a game-changer, and I’m thrilled to share it with you. Imagine tender pork chops pounded thin, simmered in a rich and creamy wine sauce, infused with the brightness of lemon, the savory flavor of capers, and the indulgence of butter. Yes, it’s a match made in heaven!

First, let’s start with the prep work. Place your pork chops between two sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap and pound them to a thickness of about 1/4 inch. Sprinkle both sides with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Don’t be shy; you want that flavor to shine through!
Next, dredge the seasoned cutlets in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high, adding 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once the butter foam subsides, add 2 pork cutlets and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the cutlets to a large plate and wipe out the skillet. Repeat the process with the remaining 2 cutlets.

Now, it’s time to create the sauce. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in the skillet over medium, adding 1/4 cup of finely chopped shallot and 1 large garlic clove, thinly sliced. Cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant and the garlic starts to brown, about 1 minute. Add 1/3 cup of dry white wine, cooking until almost evaporated, about 1 minute. Then, add 1/2 cup of chicken broth and 1 small lemon, thinly sliced and seeded. Bring to a boil, cooking until the mixture is reduced by half, about 3-4 minutes. Whisk in 2 tablespoons&hvadid=719737736360&hvdev=c&hvexpln=67&hvlocphy=9014016&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=4304362975742278753–&hvqmt=e&hvrand=4304362975742278753&hvtargid=kwd-332465824708&hydadcr=28544_14555830&linkCode=ll2&tag=recipe-aisle-20&linkId=1efe785d11207b6cec7af25b776bd528&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl’>tablespoons of drained non-pareil capers.
Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the remaining 5 tablespoons&hvadid=719737736360&hvdev=c&hvexpln=67&hvlocphy=9014016&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=4304362975742278753–&hvqmt=e&hvrand=4304362975742278753&hvtargid=kwd-332465824708&hydadcr=28544_14555830&linkCode=ll2&tag=recipe-aisle-20&linkId=1efe785d11207b6cec7af25b776bd528&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl’>tablespoons of butter, 1-2 pieces at a time, until melted and the sauce is creamy, about 2 minutes. It’s time to plate! Transfer the cutlets to plates, spooning the sauce evenly over the top. Sprinkle with chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, and you’re ready to devour this masterpiece!

This Pork Scallopini recipe is a true showstopper, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in. The combination of flavors and textures will leave you wanting more, and the best part? It’s surprisingly easy to make!

Printable Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot
- 1 large garlic clove, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 small lemon, thinly sliced and seeded
- 2 tablespoons drained non-pareil capers
- 5 tablespoons butter (for sauce)
- Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Place pork chops between two sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap and pound to a thickness of about 1/4 inch. Season both sides with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- 2. Dredge the seasoned cutlets in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
- 3. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, adding 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once the butter foam subsides, add 2 pork cutlets and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the cutlets to a plate and wipe out the skillet. Repeat with the remaining cutlets.
- 4. To create the sauce, heat 1 tablespoon of butter in the skillet over medium. Add 1/4 cup of finely chopped shallot and 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced. Cook, stirring until fragrant and garlic starts to brown, about 1 minute.
- 5. Add 1/3 cup of dry white wine and cook until almost evaporated, about 1 minute. Then, add 1/2 cup of chicken broth and 1 small lemon, thinly sliced and seeded. Bring to a boil and cook until the mixture is reduced by half, about 3-4 minutes.
- 6. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of drained capers. Reduce heat to low and whisk in the remaining 5 tablespoons of butter, 1-2 pieces at a time, until melted and the sauce is creamy, about 2 minutes.
- 7. Plate the cutlets and spoon the sauce evenly over the top. Sprinkle with chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley.
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