Stuffed Pesto Chicken Rolls
Cuisine: Italian
Categories: Comfort Food & Chicken
Tender chicken breasts stuffed with flavorful basil pesto, gooey mozzarella cheese, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, rolled to perfection and baked until golden brown. A mouthwatering dish that will delight your taste buds!
Difficulty: MEDIUM
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Spread 2 tablespoons of pesto on each chicken breast.
- Sprinkle each with mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
- Roll up the chicken and secure with toothpicks.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken rolls until golden brown on all sides, about 2 minutes per side.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove toothpicks before serving.
- Enjoy these delicious Stuffed Pesto Chicken Rolls!