Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
– ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
– ½ cup cream cheese, softened
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– Olive oil for drizzling
– Toothpicks or kitchen twine for securing the rolls
Instructions
Creating the perfect Spinach & Feta Rolled Chicken requires following these straightforward steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, feta cheese, cream cheese, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
3. Prepare the Chicken: Place a chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet, gently pound the chicken to an even thickness, about ½ inch.
4. Fill the Chicken: Remove the plastic wrap and place a generous amount of the spinach and feta mixture onto each chicken breast.
5. Roll the Chicken: Carefully roll up the chicken tightly from one end to the other, ensuring the filling stays inside. Secure the ends with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
6. Sear the Rolls: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the rolled chicken and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
7. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
8. Rest: Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
9. Slice and Serve: Carefully remove the toothpicks or twine, and slice the rolled chicken into medallions for an elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 41g