You’ve got to try this Chicken Rollatini — it’s seriously delicious and perfect for busy nights. With just 7 ingredients and 15 minutes of prep, you can throw together a meal that feels special without the hassle. It’s a quick, family favorite that’s flavorful, cheesy, and sure to please everyone at the table.
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Why this Chicken Rollatini Recipe is a Keeper
I love this recipe because it’s quick and easy, is great for meal prep and is so good every single time. Plus, my family loves this simple recipe.
- Makes Great Leftovers: The leftovers are just as good the next day!
- Delicious Flavor: The chicken alfredo roll ups taste amazing and is a hit every time.
- Consistent Results: The chicken roll ups recipe turns out well every time you make it.
- Special Occasion Worthy: Chicken breast roll ups are impressive enough to serve at a gathering or holiday.
- Freezes Well: Cheese chicken roll ups are great for making ahead and freeze for later.
What is Rollatini Made of?
In this recipe, Rollatini is made of chicken. However, rollatini can be made of thin sliced eggplant!
Ingredient Notes to Make Chicken Rollatini
You will need just a few easy ingredients to make these chicken cream cheese roll ups. All of the ingredients are easy to find at your local grocery store, so don’t worry if you don’t have them on hand.
- Thin Chicken Breast: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are perfect for this chicken and cream cheese roll ups recipe. It’s important to pound the pieces of chicken thin so they cook evenly and can be rolled up with other ingredients.
- Garlic Cheese Spread: Garlic cheese spread will give you a delicious cheesy garlic flavor inside the chicken roll.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Make Ahead Suggestions for this Trending Recipe
Prepping ahead can help you save time and counter space! Prepping ahead can also be making a double batch and saving extras for a rainy day.
- Roll and Bread: Roll and bread the chicken and keep in the fridge until ready to bake.
- Meal Prep: Make a double batch and freeze extras for additional meal prep.
Pro Tip for Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe
Roll tightly. When rolling the chicken, make sure to roll them tightly to prevent the filling from falling out.
How to Make Chicken Rollatini with Spinach
This recipe comes together in just 4 simple steps. Rolling them can be tricky but with a little patience, you’re sure to get the hang of it!
These are the basic steps for making Chicken Rollatini. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
1. Preheat Oven and Prep
Preheat oven to 350℉ and grease a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Combine breadcrumbs, All Purpose Seasoning and grated cheese in one bowl.
2. Pound Chicken and Spread Cheese
Pound chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thick and season both sides with 1 teaspoon of All Purpose Seasoning. Spread a thin layer of the garlic cheese spread on top of each chicken cutlet, leaving a border around. Top with spinach.
3. Roll and Bread the Chicken
Coat the chicken cutlet and secure with toothpicks. Dip chicken rolls in melted butter, then into the bread crumb mixture and fully coat each side of the chicken. You may need to press the bread crumbs into the chicken.
4. Place in Pan and Bake Chicken Rolls
Place seam side down in a baking dish. Drizzle remaining butter evenly over top of the chicken breast cutlets.
Place the chicken in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees and breadcrumbs are golden brown.
How to Store, Reheat and Use Leftover Chicken Breast and Spinach Recipe
- Storing: Store the chicken rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: You can either reheat in the microwave, air fryer or oven! I like to throw mine in the oven so it stays nice and crisp.
- Using Leftovers: Use leftovers throughout the upcoming days for lunches and quick leftover dinner.
Variations and Substitutions for Stuffed Chicken Cutlets
There are so many ways you can change up this recipe to make it your own. Try using different proteins, adapting it to your diet or experimenting with other flavors.
- Other Protein: Add additional protein! Besides boneless chicken breast, use chicken thighs, ham or prosciutto and cheese.
- Gluten Free: Use gluten free bread crumbs to make it gluten free.
- Cheese Spread: Try a different cheese spread such as a garlic and herb cheese or a pub cheese. You can also make your own ricotta cheese and mozzarella cheese spread for the breaded chicken.
Recipe FAQs and Reader Interactions
Try serving this chicken dish with Easy Crock Pot Potato Soup, Easy No Knead Rolls or Apple with Caramel Dip. You can also enjoy this with any of your favorite pasta recipes.
A great sauce to serve with your rollatini is your favorite tomato based pasta sauce or marinara sauce. Alfredo sauce and more cheese is also good!
Yes! If you liked this recipe with chicken parmesan cheese, try Italian ham or bacon with your remaining chicken.
Instead of dipping in butter, try dipping the chicken in the olive oil and lemon juice.
Expert Tips for Making This Baked Chicken Recipe
- Thinly Cut the Chicken: Ensure the chicken slices are thin and even for consistent cooking. You can use a meat mallet for this.
- Don’t Overfill: Avoid overfilling the chicken slices to prevent them from falling apart.
- Secure the Rolls: Use toothpicks or kitchen twine to secure the jelly roll style chicken.
- Bake Until Cooked Through: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Other Cheeses: Try this chicken rollatini with other grated cheeses such as pecorino romano cheese, slice cheese like provolone cheese, goat cheese, slice of mozzarella or spinach and feta cheese.
- Spices and Seasonings: Try using other spices and seasonings! Season the chicken with salt and pepper or Italian seasoning.
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Chicken Rollatini
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Toothpicks
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Ingredients
- 4 Boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs, crushed extra fine
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 teaspoons All Purpose Seasoning, divided
- 1 cup Baby spinach
- 7 ounces Garlic cheese spread, 1 package
- ¼ cup Butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
- In a shallow dish, combine the crushed Panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese and 1 teaspoon of All Purpose Seasoning blend.
- Pound chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thickness. Season both sides with 1 teaspoon of All Purpose Seasoning Blend.
- Spread a thin layer of the garlic cheese spread on top of each chicken cutlet, leaving about 1/4 inch border around. Top with spinach leaves.
- Roll each cutlet up, jelly roll style, and secure with toothpicks. Dip chicken rolls in melted butter, ensuring the entire roll is coated. Then, dip chicken rolls into the bread crumb mixture and roll around to fully coat the entire roll up. You may need to press the bread crumbs into the chicken.
- Place, seam side down, in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle remaining butter evenly over top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165℉.
Christina’s Notes
- Thinly Slice the Chicken: Ensure the chicken slices are thin and even for consistent cooking.
- Don’t Overfill: Avoid overfilling the chicken slices to prevent them from falling apart.
- Secure the Rolls: Use toothpicks or kitchen twine to secure the jelly roll style chicken.
- Bake Until Cooked Through: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Other Cheeses: Try this chicken rollatini with other grated cheeses such as pecorino romano cheese, provolone cheese, goat cheese, slice of mozzarella or spinach and feta cheese.
- Spices and Seasonings: Try using other spices and seasonings! Season the chicken with salt and pepper or Italian seasoning.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.