For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Garlicpowder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Filling:
- 1 cup spinach leaves, fresh or cooked and drained
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
For the Coating:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Chicken:
Begin your culinary journey by preparing the chicken breasts:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place a chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper.
- Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound the chicken to an even thickness, about 1/4-inch thick.
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Create the Filling:
Now, let’s prepare the flavorful filling for your Chicken Roll Ups:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, minced garlic, dried basil, and dried oregano. Mix until well combined.
- Lay out each chicken breast and spread a generous tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture over the surface.
- Top with a layer of spinach leaves, sun-dried tomatoes, and a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese.
3. Roll and Secure:
Rolling and securing the chicken breasts is the next step:
- Carefully roll up each chicken breast, starting from one end, to encase the filling. Secure with toothpicks to keep the roll-ups in place during cooking.
4. Coat the Roll Ups:
To create that crispy, golden exterior, coat the roll-ups with a breadcrumb mixture:
- In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Roll each chicken roll-up in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- Place the coated roll-ups on a baking sheet, seam side down.
5. Bake to Perfection:
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