Rolled Up Chicken with Feta, Spinach, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Rolled Up Chicken with Feta, Spinach, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a delightful dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a flavorful masterpiece. Stuffed with creamy feta, vibrant spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, this recipe is both easy to prepare and impressive enough for entertaining. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, each bite offers a symphony of Mediterranean flavors that will leave everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (lightly sautéed)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute), then add spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, combine sautéed spinach, feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, salt, and pepper.
- Place each chicken breast between plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness of about ½ inch.
- Spread about two tablespoons of the filling onto each chicken breast, roll tightly from one end, and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Arrange the rolls seam-side down in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg