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Cheesy Chicken Roll Ups

Make cheesy chicken roll ups stuffed with tomatoes and melted cheese, topped with garlic cream cheese, and baked until golden. An easy dinner for two!
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Enozia Vakil
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 2 servings
Calories 747 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 tomato sliced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3-4 garlic chopped
  • ½ cup cream cheese
  • 100 g cheese cut into chunks
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper powder
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 teaspoon cilantro finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, minced garlic and a little oil.
  • If the chicken breasts are thick, pound them between sheets of parchment to an even thickness so they’re easy to roll. Spread a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture over one side of each breast.
  • Place sliced tomatoes and cheese chunks on one edge of the chicken breast, and season with the seasonings. Add chopped cilantro too.
  • Roll the chicken breast carefully, making sure the fillings stay inside.
  • Coat a small baking dish with the remaining oil. Set the rolls seam side down and spread the remaining cream cheese mixture over the tops.
  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 30–35 minutes, until the tops are lightly golden and the center of each roll reaches 165°F (74°C) on an instant-read thermometer.

Notes

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts and pound them to an even thickness so they're easier to roll and cook evenly.
  • Soften the cream cheese before mixing it with the garlic and oil to make it easier to spread.
  • Use a good melting cheese like mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or mild cheddar for a gooey, cheesy filling.
  • Pat the tomato slices dry with a paper towel to prevent excess moisture from making the filling watery.
  • Leave a little space around the edges when adding the filling to prevent the cheese from leaking out during baking.
  • Place the chicken rolls seam side down in a lightly greased baking dish to help them hold their shape.
  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing to allow the melted cheese filling to settle.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat until heated through to 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition

Calories: 747kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 64gFat: 50gSaturated Fat: 23gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 252mgSodium: 773mgPotassium: 1155mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2356IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 450mgIron: 2mg
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