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Herbed Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Rolls

This dish features juicy chicken breasts filled with creamy ricotta, herbs, and spinach, providing a comforting yet simple meal perfect for any day of the week.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Preparation
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Pound them flat for even cooking.
Cheese Filling
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Creamy and lower in fat.
  • ⅓ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional but recommended.
Herbs and Vegetables
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Can be omitted or replaced.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil Always opt for fresh.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Adds freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Cooking Ingredients
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Consider using homemade or alternative sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing.
  • ½ teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for spice.
  • as needed Toothpicks or Kitchen Twine For securing rolls.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pound each chicken breast thin and even. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. In a bowl, mix ricotta, parmesan, garlic powder, chopped basil, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Fold in chopped spinach.
  3. Place a chicken breast flat. Spoon a quarter of the ricotta mix across the center. Do not overfill.
  4. Roll the chicken tightly and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine. Repeat for all breasts.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each roll on all sides until golden (2–3 minutes per side).
  2. Pour marinara sauce into the pan. Add crushed red pepper flakes if you want heat. Spoon sauce over the rolls.
  3. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer 12–15 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
  4. Remove rolls from pan, let rest 3 minutes. Remove toothpicks or twine before serving.

Notes

Slice the rolls and spoon warm sauce over them. Serve with pasta, a green salad, or steamed vegetables. Garlic bread or rice also work well. For a different pairing, try them beside a rich curry or rice dish like butter chicken for a hearty spread.