Herbed Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Rolls Recipe
These Herbed Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Rolls offer a delicious and elegant dinner option. Tender chicken breasts are filled with a flavorful mixture of ricotta, Parmesan, fresh herbs, and garlic, then seared for a golden crust before baking in marinara sauce to juicy perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Chicken Rolls
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce
- 1 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the chicken rolls later.
- Prepare Filling: In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, chopped basil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Flatten Chicken Breasts: Using a meat mallet, gently pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness. This helps the chicken cook evenly and makes rolling easier.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread the herbed ricotta mixture over each flattened chicken breast, covering the entire surface.
- Roll Chicken: Carefully roll up each chicken breast tightly around the filling, then secure each roll with toothpicks to keep them intact during cooking.
- Sear Chicken Rolls: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken rolls and sear them until they turn golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Prepare for Baking: Transfer the seared chicken rolls to a baking dish and pour the marinara sauce evenly over them.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and juices run clear.
- Serve: Remove the toothpicks before serving to avoid any mishaps and enjoy your flavorful herbed ricotta stuffed chicken rolls.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh herbs with 1 teaspoon of dried herbs if fresh are not available.
- Make sure to not overstuff the chicken breasts to prevent the filling from spilling out while rolling.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
- Serve with a side of pasta, vegetables, or a green salad for a complete meal.
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