Ingredients
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- 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese
- 1/3 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- To taste Salt
- To taste Pepper
- 1 cup Marinara Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- As needed Toothpicks or Kitchen Twine
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lay each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap and gently pound to about 1/2 inch thickness.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, spinach, basil, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread 2 tablespoons of filling on each chicken breast, roll up tightly, and secure with toothpicks or twine.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken rolls until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer to a baking dish, pour marinara sauce over top, and sprinkle with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, use a meat mallet to flatten chicken evenly. Consider adding a splash of lemon juice for extra flavor in the ricotta filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Poultry
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg