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Chicken Roulade

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Chicken Roulade is a sophisticated yet easy-to-make dish featuring tender, flattened chicken breasts rolled around a creamy spinach and cheese filling. This baked Chicken Roulade recipe delivers juicy meat, flavorful layers, and beautiful spiral slices—perfect for entertaining, meal prep, or an elegant weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

      • Salt, to taste

      • Black pepper, to taste

      • 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)

      • 2 cloves garlic, minced

      • 2 cups fresh spinach

      • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

      • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or grated Parmesan

      • 1–2 tablespoons fresh parsley or thyme, chopped

      • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Place each chicken breast between plastic wrap and pound to about 1/4 inch thickness.

  3. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.

  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Cool slightly.

  5. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, cooked spinach, shredded cheese, and herbs.

  6. Spread filling evenly over each chicken breast, leaving a small border.

  7. Roll tightly and secure with kitchen twine or toothpicks.

  8. Heat remaining olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear roulades on all sides until golden brown.

  9. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

  10. Rest for 5–10 minutes, remove twine, slice into rounds, and serve warm.

Notes

Pound chicken evenly to ensure uniform cooking.Don’t overfill to prevent leakage while rolling.Always let the chicken rest before slicing to retain juices.Use a meat thermometer for best accuracy.

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