Print

Chicken Roll Ups

Chicken Roll Ups
Print Recipe

Chicken Roll Ups are a quick and elegant dish featuring tender chicken breasts rolled with creamy cheese, fresh spinach or basil, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. Ready in under 30 minutes, these roll ups deliver a perfect balance of flavors, textures, and colors, making them ideal for casual dinners, brunches, or special occasions. Customizable and healthy, this recipe impresses with minimal effort and maximum taste.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced or pounded to 1/4-inch thickness
  • 4 oz mozzarella cheese or cream cheese
  • 1 cup fresh spinach or basil leaves
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken breasts: Carefully slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create thin, even fillets. If needed, use a meat mallet to gently pound the chicken to an even thickness of about a quarter-inch for easy rolling and even cooking.
  2. Add the fillings: Lay each chicken fillet flat and spread a thin layer of mozzarella or cream cheese over it. Then, layer fresh spinach leaves and chopped sun-dried tomatoes evenly on top of the cheese to ensure flavor in every bite.
  3. Roll the chicken: Starting from one edge, tightly roll the chicken breast around the fillings. Secure each roll with toothpicks to keep everything in place while cooking.
  4. Cook the roll ups: Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place the roll ups seam side down in the skillet and cook each side for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown and the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Rest and serve: Once cooked, carefully remove the toothpicks and let the roll ups rest for a few minutes to seal in juices. Slice into rounds or serve whole for an elegant presentation.

Notes

  • Uniform thickness: Pound the chicken evenly for consistent cooking and easier rolling.
  • Don’t overfill: Use moderate amounts of filling to prevent spillage and maintain neat rolls.
  • Secure with toothpicks: Essential to keep the roll ups intact while cooking.
  • Use a hot skillet: Ensures a golden crust without overcooking the chicken inside.
  • Rest before slicing: Let the roll ups rest to redistribute juices for juicier, more flavorful bites.

Nutrition

Keywords: chicken roll ups, easy chicken recipe, stuffed chicken, healthy chicken, quick dinner, gluten free

Find it online: https://dishesbylina.com/chicken-roll-ups/