Description
Delightful Spinach and Feta Chicken Rolls featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with a savory mixture of sautéed spinach, crumbled feta cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. This easy-to-make baked dish offers a perfect balance of flavors, perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner or special occasion meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken Rolls
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Toothpicks for securing
Filling
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 ounces fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken rolls.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Cook Spinach: Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly to prevent melting the cheese later.
- Prepare Filling: In a bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture with crumbled feta cheese and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Season the filling with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Prepare Chicken Breasts: Butterfly each chicken breast carefully by slicing them horizontally and open like a book, then gently pound them to an even thickness to ensure even cooking.
- Stuff and Roll: Spoon the spinach and feta mixture evenly onto each butterflied chicken breast. Roll each breast tightly around the filling and secure them using toothpicks to hold their shape during cooking.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the stuffed chicken breasts seam side down in a baking dish, ensuring they are nicely arranged and stable.
- Bake: Bake the prepared chicken rolls in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and juices run clear, indicating doneness.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are pounded to an even thickness to promote uniform cooking.
- Let the spinach mixture cool slightly before adding feta cheese to maintain its texture.
- Use toothpicks or kitchen twine tightly to keep the rolls intact during baking.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Check for doneness by ensuring internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
