Best 2 Chicken Bundles Italian Recipes

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Chicken bundles, also known as chicken ballotine, is an Italian dish that consists of a boneless, skinless chicken breast that is pounded thin, stuffed with a variety of ingredients, and then rolled and tied. The bundles are then cooked in a variety of ways, including baking, roasting, or grilling. They can be served as a main course or as an appetizer. Chicken bundles are a great way to use up leftover chicken, and they can be made with a variety of fillings, so you can find a recipe to suit your taste.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN BUNDLES ITALIAN



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Make and share this Chicken Bundles Italian recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FLUFFSTER

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups chicken breasts, boned, skinned, cooked and chopped
2 cups green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon olive oil
10 ounces frozen spinach, thawed, drained and chopped
1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
1/3 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon oregano, crushed
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter, melted
8 egg roll wraps
nonstick cooking spray, for pans

Steps:

  • Cook onions in olive oil. In large mixing bowl combine spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Stir in chicken and onions. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Spray eight, 10-oz. custard cups with non-stick spray. Line each dish with an egg roll wrapper. Divide chicken mixture among the 8 dishes. Fold the ends of each wrapper over the top of the chicken mixture,sealing to make a bundle. Brush with melted butter. Bake in 350°F oven for 20-25 minutes or until tops are golden.
  • To serve, loosen bundles with a knife and and remove from cups.

CHICKEN BUNDLES ITALIAN



CHICKEN BUNDLES ITALIAN image

Categories     Chicken     Dinner     Lunch

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium chicken breasts, skinned, boned and coarsely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
2 cups sliced green onions
1 T. olive oil
1 10 oz. pkg. frozen chopped spinach, partially thawed and drained
1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. dried oregano, crushed
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp. lemon juice
2 T. butter, melted
8 7-inch egg roll wrappers

Steps:

  • In a large skillet cook chicken and onion in hot oil over medium heat til chicken is no longer pink and onion is tender. In a large mixing bowl combine spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Stir in chicken and onions. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Lightly grease eight 10-ounce custard cups with some of the melted butter. Line each dish with an egg roll wrapper. Divide chicken mixture among the 8 dishes. Fold the ends of each wrapper over the top of the chicken mixture, sealing to make a bundle. Brush with remaining melted butter. Bake in 350 oven for 20 to 25 minutes or till tops are golden. To serve, loosen bundles with a knife and remove from cups or serve in cups.

Tips:

  • Prep Ahead: You can marinate the chicken and vegetables up to 24 hours in advance. This will help infuse them with flavor and make them even more delicious.
  • Use a Variety of Vegetables: Feel free to mix and match your favorite vegetables in this recipe. Some other great options include zucchini, bell peppers, and mushrooms.
  • Don't Overcook the Chicken: The chicken should be cooked through but still juicy. Overcooking will make it dry and tough.
  • Serve with Your Favorite Sauce: This recipe is great served with a variety of sauces, such as marinara, pesto, or tzatziki.

Conclusion:

Chicken bundles are a delicious and easy way to cook chicken and vegetables. They're perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a little planning, you can make them ahead of time and have them ready to cook in minutes. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken bundles a try. You won't be disappointed!

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