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Herbed Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Rolls

Delicious Herbed Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Rolls Made Easy

Enjoy flavorful Herbed Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Rolls with a creamy filling, perfect for dinner parties or busy evenings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Substitute with turkey breast if preferred.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese or cream cheese.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Adjust if using dried.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Adjust if using dried.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use different oil if desired.
For Baking
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Use as a topping when baking.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • meat mallet
  • Plastic wrap
  • baking dish
  • Toothpicks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) for even baking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, parsley, basil, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until smooth.
  3. Pound chicken breasts to about ½ inch thickness between plastic wrap.
  4. Spread ricotta filling over chicken, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks.
  5. Sear the rolls in heated olive oil for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Place seared rolls in a baking dish, cover with marinara sauce, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let rolls rest for a few minutes, then remove toothpicks before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken breasts ahead of time. Customize filling as desired for variety.

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