Italian Cheese Chicken Roll Ups
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistible Italian Cheese Chicken Roll-Ups! Tender, seasoned chicken breasts are rolled around a creamy, cheesy filling made with cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, and fragrant Italian seasoning, then seared to golden perfection and baked in a rich marinara sauce. The perfect harmony of gooey cheese, Italian herbs, and juicy chicken creates a dish that feels gourmet yet is simple enough to prepare in under an hour. Serve these flavorful roll-ups with pasta, a crisp green salad, or crusty garlic bread for a complete, satisfying Italian-inspired meal the whole family will adore. This recipe’s combination of creamy textures and bold flavors makes it a must-try for fans of cheese-stuffed entrees and hearty chicken dinners!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 pieces toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board, cover them with plastic wrap, and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch using a meat mallet.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and parsley. Mix until well combined.
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the cheese mixture onto one side of each chicken breast. Spread it evenly, leaving half an inch uncovered on the edges.
Carefully roll up each chicken breast, starting from the side with the cheese mixture, and secure the roll with 2 toothpicks.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken roll-ups for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken roll-ups in the skillet.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the toothpicks before serving, and garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm with a side of pasta, salad, or garlic bread for a complete Italian-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.3 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 209 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 1181 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 67.7 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 383 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 506 mg | 11% | |
*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.
