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Rolled Up Chicken with Feta, Spinach, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Rolled Up Chicken with Feta, Spinach, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
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5 from 13 reviews

Delicious rolled-up chicken breasts stuffed with a flavorful mixture of feta cheese, fresh spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. This dish combines savory herbs and spices with a Mediterranean-inspired filling, creating a perfect balance of tangy, fresh, and smoky flavors. Ideal for a hearty weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.

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

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Butterfly the chicken breasts and pound them to ¼-inch thickness for easy rolling. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and smoked paprika to infuse flavor.
  2. Make the Filling: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, approximately 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Add red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.
  3. Fill and Roll: Divide the filling evenly among the prepared chicken breasts. Carefully roll up each breast tightly and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine to keep the filling inside while cooking.
  4. Sear the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the rolled chicken breasts seam side down and sear them for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust.
  5. Bake the Chicken: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the skillet with the seared chicken into the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) to ensure the chicken is fully cooked.
  6. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute and the chicken to remain moist. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

  • Butterflying and pounding the chicken ensures even cooking and easier rolling.
  • Using an oven-safe skillet facilitates searing and baking without transferring dishes.
  • Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your heat preference.
  • Securing the chicken rolls with toothpicks or twine prevents filling from spilling during cooking.
  • Let the chicken rest after baking for moist and tender slices.

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Keywords: rolled chicken breast, feta, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, Mediterranean chicken, baked chicken, stuffed chicken breast

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