Herbed Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Rolls Recipe
These Herbed Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Rolls are a delicious and elegant dinner option featuring tender chicken breasts filled with a flavorful mixture of ricotta, Parmesan, and fresh herbs. They’re seared to perfection for a golden crust, then baked in marinara sauce to keep them juicy and infused with Italian flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Filling:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Other:
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken rolls after searing.
- Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, basil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning thoroughly to create the herbed cheese filling.
- Flatten Chicken: Use a meat mallet to gently pound each chicken breast to an even thickness, which helps with even cooking and easier rolling.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread the herbed ricotta mixture across each flattened chicken breast, ensuring full coverage to maximize flavor inside.
- Roll Chicken: Carefully roll up each chicken breast tightly around the filling and secure the rolls with toothpicks to keep them intact during cooking.
- Sear Rolls: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken rolls on all sides until they develop a golden brown crust, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Bake: Transfer the seared chicken rolls to a baking dish, pour marinara sauce evenly over them, and bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and juices run clear.
- Serve: Carefully remove the toothpicks from the chicken rolls before serving and spoon extra marinara over the top if desired.
Notes
- To ensure even cooking, pound the chicken to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Substitute fresh herbs with 1 teaspoon dried parsley and 1 teaspoon dried basil if fresh herbs are unavailable.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
- Serve with a side of pasta, steamed vegetables, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
- To prep ahead, assemble rolls and refrigerate them before searing and baking.
Keywords: Herbed Ricotta Stuffed Chicken, Chicken Rolls, Italian Chicken Recipe, Baked Chicken, Stuffed Chicken Breasts, Easy Dinner
