Heart-Healthy Baked Chicken Roll
Delight your taste buds with this exquisite Heart-Healthy Baked Chicken Roll—a nourishing and flavorful dinner option that doesn’t skimp on indulgence. Featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts rolled around a vibrant filling of sautéed spinach, roasted red bell peppers, and melty low-fat mozzarella cheese, this dish is a testament to balanced eating without compromise. The recipe’s robust flavors are elevated by a sprinkle of garlic and onion powder, oregano, and a tangy drizzle of lemon juice, culminating in a satisfying baked creation that’s rich in lean protein and packed with nutrients. Ready in just under an hour, this simple yet elegant entrée is perfect for any weeknight dinner or meal prep. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh parsley, for a heart-smart meal that looks as good as it tastes! Keywords: heart-healthy, baked chicken roll, lean protein, spinach and mozzarella filling, nutritious dinner recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 0.5 cup Low-fat mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch using a meat mallet.
Season both sides of each chicken breast with garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté spinach and diced red bell pepper until the spinach is wilted and peppers are tender, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove from heat and mix in the low-fat mozzarella cheese.
Lay each chicken breast flat and place a quarter of the spinach mixture in the center of each.
Roll the chicken around the filling tightly and secure with toothpicks.
Place chicken rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet and brush lightly with lemon juice.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and registers an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Remove the toothpicks before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.7 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 625 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 2172 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 237.2 g | 474% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 513 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2493 mg | 53% | |
*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.
