Chicken Spinach Roll Ups with Lemon Dijon Sauce

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these irresistible Chicken Spinach Roll Ups with Lemon Dijon Sauce—a flavorful combination of tender chicken, a creamy spinach and cheese filling, and a zingy, homemade sauce. Each chicken breast is pounded thin, rolled around a savory mixture of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, and coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs for a golden, satisfying crust. The pièce de résistance is the luscious lemon Dijon sauce, perfectly balancing bright citrus notes with a hint of tang from Dijon mustard. Baked to perfection and served hot, these elegant, protein-packed roll-ups are a delightful way to impress your family or dinner guests. Quick enough for a weeknight and sophisticated enough for entertaining, this recipe will become a go-to for any occasion!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 50 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 cups Fresh spinach
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Butter, unsalted

📝 Instructions

12 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet, pound each breast to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.

3. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

5. In a bowl, mix the cooked spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper until well combined.

6. Spread about 2-3 tablespoons of the spinach mixture onto each chicken breast. Roll up each breast tightly and secure with toothpicks.

7. Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs evenly over the chicken roll-ups, gently pressing to adhere.

8. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken roll-ups for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.

9. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

10. While the chicken is baking, prepare the lemon Dijon sauce. In a small saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, chicken broth, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt and black pepper. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

11. Remove the chicken roll-ups from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Remove the toothpicks.

12. Drizzle the lemon Dijon sauce over the chicken roll-ups and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (362.6g)

Calories		669
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		34.8 g	45%
	Saturated Fat	15.6 g	78%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		213 mg	71%
Sodium		1306 mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate		15.6 g	6%
	Dietary Fiber	1.1 g	4%
	Total Sugars	1.5 g
Protein		71.1 g	142%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	0%
Calcium		397 mg	31%
Iron		3.3 mg	18%
Potassium		587 mg	12%

*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: 1249 cal (47.3%%)

Protein: 1138 cal (43.1%%)

Carbs: 251 cal (9.5%%)