Skinnytaste Chicken Rollatini is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is made with chicken breasts that are pounded thin and then rolled up with spinach, cheese, and herbs. The rolls are then baked in a tomato sauce until they are cooked through. This dish is low in calories and fat, but it is still packed with flavor. It is also easy to make and can be done in under an hour.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHICKEN ROLLATINI WITH SPINACH ALLA PARMIGIANA
Chicken Rollatini with Spinach alla Parmigiana is Italian comfort food at it's finest! Made with breaded chicken breasts filled and rolled with spinach and cheese topped with sauce and melted mozzarella.
Provided by Gina
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Wash and dry cutlets, season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat oven to 450°. Lightly spray a baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Combine breadcrumbs and 2 tbsp grated cheese in one bowl and 1/4 cup egg beaters or egg whites in another.
- Shred or finely chop 1.5 oz of mozzarella cheese and combine with remaining grated cheese, spinach (make sure you squeeze it dry), 2 tbsp egg beaters, and ricotta cheese.
- Lay chicken cutlets down on a working surface and spread 2 tbsp of spinach-cheese mixture on each cutlet. Loosely roll each one and keep seam side down.
- Dip chicken in egg mixture, then in breadcrumbs and place seam side down in a baking dish (no toothpicks needed).
- Repeat with the remaining chicken. When finished, lightly spray with olive oil. Bake 25 minutes.
- Remove from oven, top with sauce then cheese.
- Bake until cheese is melted and bubbling, about 3 more minutes.
- Serve with additional sauce on the side and grated cheese.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 piece, Calories 195 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 295 mg
CHICKEN ROLLATINI
Steps:
- Wash and dry cutlets well with paper towels.
- Combine breadcrumbs and grated cheese in one bowl and olive oil, lemon juice, and pepper in another bowl.
- Preheat oven to 450°.
- Lightly spray a baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Dip the chicken in the lemon-oil mixture, then in the breadcrumbs to coat well.
- Place each cutlet on a work surface such as a cutting board and lay 1/2 slice prosciutto, 1/2 slice cheese and a few chunks red onion on one side of the chicken cutlet.
- Roll and place seam side down in a baking dish (no toothpicks needed). Repeat with the remaining chicken.
- When finished, top with remaining crumbs and spray lightly with oil.
- Bake 25 - 30 minutes.
- Serve immediately!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 chicken, Calories 168.6 kcal, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Protein 22.1 g, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g
ABBY'S CHICKEN ROLLATINI
Much like Chicken Saltimbocca, this is chicken smothered in parmesan cheese and rolled with mozzarella and prosciutto and baked in white wine.
Provided by Kris McFadden
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Pound chicken breasts flat, and lay them on work surface. Sprinkle liberally with Parmesan cheese on both sides. Place a pinch of minced garlic and 1 teaspoon butter in the center of each breast. Cover each breast with a layer of prosciutto and mozzarella cheese. Reserve some of the prosciutto to place on top of the chicken. Roll up each chicken breast, and secure with toothpicks.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish, combine white wine and olive oil. Arrange chicken rolls in dish. Place a small piece of prosciutto on top of each roll, and sprinkle with pepper.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink, an juices run clear.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Cholesterol 134.1 mg, Fat 33 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 41.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 842.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
Tips:
- To make a perfectly thin and even cutlet, place the chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound it until it is about 1/4-inch thick.
- Use a variety of fillings to create different flavors of rollatini. Some popular options include spinach and ricotta, sun-dried tomatoes and pesto, or roasted red peppers and goat cheese.
- If you want crispy rollatini, pan-fry them in a little olive oil until golden brown. You can also bake them in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Serve rollatini with a variety of sauces, such as marinara, pesto, or Alfredo. You can also garnish them with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley.
Conclusion:
Chicken rollatini is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of fillings and sauces. It is a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal or for a special occasion. With a little creativity, you can create your own unique rollatini recipes that your family and friends will love.
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