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Rolled Chicken With Feta & Spinach

Rolled Chicken With Feta & Spinach: A Flavorful Weeknight Gem

Tired of the same old weeknight dinners? Try this Rolled Chicken With Feta & Spinach for a quick, gourmet meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Rolls
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or substitute with fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Or fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Or goat cheese
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Or kale or Swiss chard
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For searing

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • meat mallet
  • Toothpicks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients for assembly.
  2. Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally and pound to an even thickness of 1/2 inch.
  3. Combine feta, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a bowl for the filling.
  4. Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and paprika.
  5. Place a portion of filling at one end of each breast and roll tightly, securing with toothpicks.
  6. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet and sear rolls seam-side down for 3-4 minutes until golden.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 25 minutes, checking for an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Tip: Assemble the rolls a day ahead and refrigerate for best flavor. Don't overstuff the rolls to avoid breakage.

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