Stuffed Chicken Roll-ups

Stuffed chicken roll-ups are a delicious dish and I can explain how to prepare them with an Italian touch. Here’s how to do it.

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts
• 200 g of cooked ham
• 150 g of mozzarella or smoked scamorza cheese
• 50 g of grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh sage
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Sprigs of rosemary
• White wine for deglazing

Preparation

1. Start by flattening the chicken breasts with a meat mallet until you get thin slices, to allow for easy rolling.

2. On each slice of chicken, place a slice of cooked ham, then a slice of mozzarella or scamorza, and a sage leaf. If you like, you can also sprinkle a little Parmesan on each slice.

3. Roll up the stuffed chicken breasts on themselves, forming compact roll-ups. Secure each roll-up with kitchen twine or toothpicks to keep them closed during cooking.

4. In a non-stick frying pan, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and gently place the roll-ups in it. Brown the roll-ups on all sides until they are evenly golden.

5. Deglaze with a bit of white wine and allow the alcohol to evaporate.

6. Lower the heat, cover the pan, and let cook for about 20 minutes, turning the roll-ups occasionally to ensure even cooking.

7. Once cooked, remove the kitchen twine or toothpicks and serve the roll-ups hot, perhaps with a squirt of lemon juice or a sprinkle of Parmesan.

8. If desired, you can accompany the roll-ups with a side of vegetables or a fresh salad.

Curiosity

Chicken roll-ups can be customized with various fillings to taste, such as spinach and ricotta, or chopped mushrooms and taleggio. Furthermore, this preparation is often appreciated for its elegant presentation, making it suitable for special dinners or formal occasions. Remember to remove the toothpicks or kitchen twine before serving to avoid any unpleasant surprises for your guests. Enjoy your meal!