Crispy Chicken Parmesan Rolls (Printable Version)

Chicken stuffed with cheese and sauce, coated in breadcrumbs, and baked until crisp for a flavorful main dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 cup (240 ml) marinara sauce
03 - 1½ cups (150 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese

→ Breading & Seasonings

05 - 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
06 - 2 large eggs, beaten
07 - 1 cup (50 g) panko breadcrumbs
08 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
09 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
10 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
11 - ¼ teaspoon salt
12 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ For Garnish and Baking

13 - ½ cup (15 g) fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional for garnish)
14 - Olive oil spray or 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat the oven to 200°C. On a cutting board, lay the chicken breasts flat and slice horizontally to create a pocket without cutting through completely.
02 - Season both sides of each chicken breast with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried oregano.
03 - Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of marinara sauce and 2-3 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella into each pocket. Add fresh basil if desired. Close each breast and secure with toothpicks if needed.
04 - Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in a second, and mix panko breadcrumbs with Parmesan, salt, and black pepper in a third. Dredge each stuffed chicken breast in flour, then egg, then breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
05 - Arrange breaded chicken breasts onto a baking sheet lined with parchment or lightly greased with olive oil. Spray or drizzle the tops lightly with olive oil and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 74°C.
06 - In the final 5 minutes of baking, spoon additional marinara sauce over each roll and top with more mozzarella cheese. Return to the oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 minutes.
07 - Remove toothpicks if used. Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped basil and extra grated Parmesan cheese as desired.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Serve alongside cooked spaghetti or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
02 - Ensure chicken breasts are sliced evenly to promote even cooking.
03 - Chicken cutlets may be substituted for a lighter version.

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