Italian Chicken Rollups
Elevate your dinner routine with these irresistible Italian Chicken Rollups, a perfect fusion of creamy, cheesy, and savory flavors. Tender chicken breasts are stuffed with a luscious blend of cream cheese, Parmesan, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, then rolled to perfection and coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust. Each rollup is seared for a golden exterior, then baked in marinara sauce and melty mozzarella for a comforting, restaurant-quality dish. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy yet elegant recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or dinner parties alike. Serve with pasta, salad, or garlic bread for an Italian-inspired feast that’s sure to impress! Keywords: Italian chicken rollups, stuffed chicken breasts, creamy chicken recipe, baked chicken rollups, easy dinner ideas, Italian-inspired dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Chopped spinach (fresh or thawed and drained frozen spinach)
- 0.25 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1.5 cups Marinara sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.
Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.
In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Lay each chicken breast on a flat surface. Spread about 1-2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture over the top of each piece.
Carefully roll up each chicken breast, starting from the narrow end. Secure with toothpicks, ensuring they are tightly rolled.
In a small dish, spread the breadcrumbs. Lightly roll each chicken rollup in the breadcrumbs to coat them evenly.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the rollups on all sides for about 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown. This helps lock in the juices and creates a nice crust.
Place the seared chicken rollups in the prepared baking dish and pour marinara sauce evenly over the top.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the rollups.
Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
Remove the toothpicks before serving. Serve hot with a side of pasta, salad, or garlic bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2605 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.3 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.9 g | 254% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 786 mg | 262% | |
| Sodium | 6153 mg | 268% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.3 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 273.7 g | 547% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1365 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 4215 mg | 90% | |
*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.
