Chicken Bacon Roulades
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Chicken Bacon Roulades, a show-stopping dish perfect for dinner parties or a gourmet weeknight meal. This recipe combines succulent chicken breasts, stuffed with a creamy blend of spinach, cream cheese, and mozzarella, and then wrapped in crispy, smoky bacon for a delectable bite every time. Seasoned with garlic, paprika, and a touch of olive oil, these roulades are baked to perfection, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience with a satisfying crunch on the outside. The balance of savory cheese, tender chicken, and smoky bacon makes this dish a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve these roulades whole or sliced to reveal the beautiful spiral interior, and pair them with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for an unforgettable meal. Perfectly crafted with easy-to-follow techniques, this recipe will become a family favorite! Keywords: Chicken Bacon Roulades recipe, stuffed chicken, easy dinner ideas, bacon-wrapped chicken, spinach and cheese filling.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 8 pieces Bacon strips
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 8 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Lay the chicken breasts flat on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut each breast horizontally to create a thinner, more even layer, but do not cut all the way through. Open each piece like a book.
Place a piece of plastic wrap over the chicken and gently pound it with a meat mallet until it is about 1/4 inch thick. Season both sides of the chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Remove the skillet from heat.
In a small bowl, mix the cooked spinach with cream cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese until well combined.
Spread an even layer of the spinach and cheese mixture onto each piece of chicken.
Starting from one end, tightly roll each chicken piece into a roulade. Wrap two pieces of bacon around each roulade, securing them with toothpicks to hold them in place.
Place the roulades seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
For a crispier bacon exterior, you can switch the oven to broil for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking while keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
Remove the roulades from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Carefully remove the toothpicks. Slice the roulades if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2401 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.0 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.0 g | 275% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 837 mg | 279% | |
| Sodium | 3954 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 274.8 g | 550% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1068 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 588 mg | 13% | |
*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.
