Rolled Chicken Breast with Feta, Spinach, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes Recipe
Rolled Up Chicken with Feta, Spinach, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a flavorful and elegant dish featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with a savory mixture of feta cheese, fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic. This recipe combines searing and baking techniques to create juicy, golden-brown chicken rolls with a rich Mediterranean-inspired filling. Perfect for a wholesome dinner that looks as impressive as it tastes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Filling:
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing them horizontally, then pound them to about ¼-inch thickness to make them easy to roll. Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried oregano, and smoked paprika to enhance the flavor.
- Make the Filling: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, around 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and combine the cooked spinach and garlic mixture with crumbled feta cheese, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix well.
- Fill and Roll: Divide the prepared filling evenly among each chicken breast. Spread the filling across the surface, then carefully roll up each breast tightly. Secure the rolls with toothpicks or kitchen twine to keep the filling inside during cooking.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the chicken rolls seam side down and sear each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. This step locks in moisture and adds a beautiful crust to the chicken.
- Bake the Chicken: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the skillet with the seared chicken rolls into the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat moist. Slice the rolls and serve warm, enjoying the savory filling with every bite.
Notes
- Use kitchen twine if you don’t have toothpicks to secure the chicken rolls firmly.
- Feel free to substitute sun-dried tomatoes with roasted red peppers for a slightly different flavor.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad to complete the meal.
- For an extra touch, drizzle some balsamic glaze over the sliced chicken rolls before serving.
Keywords: rolled chicken, feta cheese, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, stuffed chicken, baked chicken, Mediterranean chicken
