Flavorful Chicken Roll Ups
Looking for a crowd-pleasing dinner idea that's as delicious as it is elegant? These Flavorful Chicken Roll Ups are a mouthwatering twist on stuffed chicken, featuring tender, juicy chicken breasts wrapped around a creamy spinach and cheese filling. The combination of cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, fresh spinach, and aromatic garlic creates a velvety, savory center, while a paprika-spiced sear adds a golden, flavorful crust. Perfectly baked to juicy perfection, these chicken roll ups are a fantastic choice for weeknight meals or special occasions. Serve them with your favorite veggies or grains for a complete, satisfying meal in just under an hour. Ideal for anyone seeking a protein-packed, gluten-free dish, these roll ups are sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 120 grams Cream cheese
- 100 grams Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 100 grams Fresh spinach
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 8 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them with a meat mallet until they are about 1/4 inch thick.
In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, chopped spinach, minced garlic, and parsley. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix until well-combined.
Place a portion of the cheese and spinach mixture onto the center of each chicken breast. Roll the chicken tightly around the filling and secure the seam with toothpicks.
In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and paprika. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken roll ups.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken roll ups for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. This helps lock in the flavor.
Transfer the seared chicken roll ups to the prepared baking dish. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Carefully remove the toothpicks before serving.
Serve warm with a side of vegetables, salad, or your favorite grain. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2186 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.0 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.1 g | 241% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 784 mg | 261% | |
| Sodium | 4014 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 251.5 g | 503% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1042 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2090 mg | 44% | |
*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.
