Description
Herbed ricotta stuffed chicken rolls are juicy, tender chicken breasts filled with a creamy, garlicky ricotta and herb mixture, then baked until golden. Elegant yet easy, they’re perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or thyme), chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 egg yolk (optional, for richer filling)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- Toothpicks or kitchen twine, for securing
- Optional: marinara sauce, lemon wedges, or extra herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pound each chicken breast to about 1/4-inch thickness between sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, parmesan, herbs, garlic, salt, pepper, and egg yolk (if using).
- Spread a few spoonfuls of the ricotta mixture on each chicken breast, then roll tightly from one end.
- Secure each roll with toothpicks or twine, and season the outside with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken rolls for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden.
- Transfer skillet to oven (or move rolls to a baking dish) and bake for 20–25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temp).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with herbs or lemon if desired.
Notes
- Add chopped spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or sautéed mushrooms to the filling for variety.
- Top with marinara sauce and mozzarella for an Italian-inspired twist.
- For a crispy finish, coat chicken in seasoned breadcrumbs before baking.
- Skip searing and bake directly if you prefer a lighter prep method.
- Can be made ahead and refrigerated until ready to bake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken roll
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
