Description
A comforting, protein-packed dinner featuring tender chicken breasts layered with steamed broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese, rolled and baked until golden.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts ((about 1.5 lbs total))
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets ((finely chopped))
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese ((shredded))
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese ((shredded))
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley leaves ((chopped, for garnish))
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Pound chicken breasts to ¼-inch thickness. Mix broccoli, cheeses, and seasonings.
- Spread filling on chicken, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks.
- Sear rolls in olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side (optional), then transfer to baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and cheese is melted.
- Rest for 5 minutes, remove toothpicks, and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 85
Keywords: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze unbaked rolls for up to 3 months. Reheat in oven at 350°F to maintain texture. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F for safety.