Chicken Spinach Roll Ups with Lemon Dijon Sauce
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!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 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
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
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.
Spread about 2-3 tablespoons of the spinach mixture onto each chicken breast. Roll up each breast tightly and secure with toothpicks.
Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs evenly over the chicken roll-ups, gently pressing to adhere.
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.
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).
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.
Remove the chicken roll-ups from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Remove the toothpicks.
Drizzle the lemon Dijon sauce over the chicken roll-ups and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 132.9 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.4 g | 287% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 888 mg | 296% | |
| Sodium | 5366 mg | 233% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 279.8 g | 560% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 2054 mg | 158% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2263 mg | 48% | |
*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.
