Italian stuffed chicken roll is a delicious dish that combines tender chicken breasts with flavorful fillings. Here’s a basic recipe for you to try:
### Ingredients:
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Toothpicks or kitchen twine
### Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or wax paper. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.
3. Season both sides of each chicken breast with salt and pepper.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, chopped basil leaves, minced garlic, and olive oil. Mix well to combine.
5. Spread the cheese and tomato mixture evenly onto each chicken breast.
6. Roll up each chicken breast tightly, starting from one end. Secure the rolls with toothpicks or kitchen twine to keep them closed.
7. In a shallow dish, mix together the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
8. Roll each chicken roll in the breadcrumb mixture, coating evenly.
9. Place the chicken rolls in a baking dish lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
11. Once cooked, remove the toothpicks or twine from the chicken rolls.
12. Serve hot, garnished with additional chopped basil leaves if desired. Enjoy your delicious Italian stuffed chicken rolls!
Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite Italian ingredients such as spinach, roasted red peppers, or prosciutto for a tasty variation!
