Description
Learn how to make delicious Chicken Rollatini with this easy-to-follow recipe. Tender chicken breasts rolled around a flavorful cheese and spinach filling, coated in breadcrumbs, and baked to perfection.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Rollatini:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to ¼-inch thickness)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach (sautéed and chopped)
- ½ cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
- Extra grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet to pound them to ¼-inch thickness.
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix ricotta, parmesan, mozzarella, sautéed spinach, garlic powder, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Rollatini: Lay out the flattened chicken breasts. Spread a thin layer of the cheese filling onto each breast, leaving a small border. Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
- Coat the Rolls: Dip each roll in the beaten eggs, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then, roll it in breadcrumbs for an even crust.
- Cook the Rollatini:
- Baking Method: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the rolls in a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Pan-Frying Method: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the rolls for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden, then finish baking in the oven if needed.
- Air Frying Method: Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C). Place rolls in the basket, ensuring they don’t touch, and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning halfway.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the rolls to rest for 5 minutes after cooking. Remove toothpicks, garnish with parsley and extra parmesan, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking, Pan-Frying, Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rollatini
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: Chicken Rollatini, Stuffed Chicken, Italian Chicken Recipe
