Description
Herbed Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Rolls are a delicious and gourmet dish that combines tender chicken breasts filled with a creamy herbed ricotta mixture, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, basil, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Flatten the chicken breasts using a meat mallet.
- Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
- Roll up each chicken breast tightly and secure with toothpicks.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken rolls until golden brown on all sides.
- Transfer the chicken rolls to a baking dish and cover with marinara sauce.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove toothpicks before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil and herbs for a few hours before stuffing.
- Serve with a side of pasta or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken roll
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg