Chicken Rollatini Spinach Cheese (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken Rollatini

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 0.6 cm thickness
02 - 240 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 120 grams ricotta cheese
04 - 25 grams grated parmesan cheese
05 - 30 grams fresh spinach, sautéed and chopped
06 - 60 grams Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
07 - 2 large eggs, beaten
08 - 30 millilitres olive oil
09 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Garnish

12 - Fresh parsley, finely chopped
13 - Extra grated parmesan cheese

# Instructions:

01 - Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet to pound each breast to approximately 0.6 cm thickness.
02 - Combine ricotta, parmesan, mozzarella, sautéed spinach, garlic powder, dried basil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
03 - Lay out each chicken breast. Spread an even layer of cheese filling onto each, leaving a small border around the edges. Roll up tightly and secure with toothpicks.
04 - Dip each chicken roll in the beaten eggs to coat completely, then dredge in the breadcrumbs for an even crust.
05 - Preheat oven to 190°C. Lightly grease a baking dish. Arrange the coated rolls in the dish and bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
06 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the rolls for 3–4 minutes per side until golden, then transfer to a preheated oven at 190°C to finish baking if necessary.
07 - Preheat air fryer to 182°C. Place rolls in the basket without overcrowding. Cook for 10–15 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
08 - Let the chicken rolls rest for 5 minutes. Remove toothpicks, garnish with chopped parsley and extra parmesan, and serve warm.

# Notes:

01 - For the most tender results, ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness before filling and rolling.
02 - Thoroughly squeezing out excess moisture from sautéed spinach prevents a watery filling.
03 - If preparing ahead, assemble and refrigerate chicken rolls before final cooking.

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