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Perfect Chicken Roulade – Juicy & Elegant🍗

A sliced chicken roulade with a creamy spinach and sun-dried tomato filling, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
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A Chicken Roulade is a stuffed, rolled, and seared chicken breast that’s both crispy on the outside and tender inside. This dish is perfect for special occasions, meal prep, or when you want to impress with minimal effort!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Roulade:

  • 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Filling:

  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • ½ cup cream cheese or goat cheese
  • ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

For the Coating (Optional):

  • ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken

  1. Place the chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to about ¼-inch thickness using a meat mallet.
  2. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

🔥 Pro Tip: Pounding the chicken evenly ensures consistent cooking and easy rolling!

2️⃣ Make the Filling

  1. In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Spread an even layer over each chicken breast.

🔥 Pro Tip: Avoid overfilling to prevent leakage during cooking!

3️⃣ Roll & Secure the Chicken

  1. Starting from the thinner end, tightly roll the chicken breast over the filling.
  2. Secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine to hold its shape.

🔥 Pro Tip: Chill the roulades for 15 minutes before cooking to help them hold their shape!

4️⃣ Sear for a Golden Crust

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Sear roulades for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.

🔥 Pro Tip: Searing locks in juices and adds a crispy exterior before baking!

5️⃣ Bake to Perfection

  1. Transfer the seared roulades to a baking dish.
  2. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  3. Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

🔥 Pro Tip: For extra crispiness, sprinkle with Panko-Parmesan mixture before baking!

Notes

This elegant yet simple dish is perfect for date nights, family dinners, or meal prep. The crispy outside, tender inside, and flavorful filling make it a versatile, crowd-pleasing favorite.

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