Baked Cheese and Herb Stuffed Chicken Rolls
Tender chicken cutlets are filled with a savory mixture of melted cheese, garlic, and fresh parsley, then baked to juicy perfection. A light glaze of mustard and mayonnaise keeps the chicken moist while adding delicious flavor to every bite.
Ingredients for 4 portions
Instructions
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1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
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2
Finely chop the fresh parsley and mince the garlic cloves.
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3
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheese, chopped parsley, and minced garlic, reserving a small portion for the topping.
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4
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and mustard until smooth.
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5
Slice each chicken breast horizontally into thin cutlets, cover with plastic wrap, and gently pound with a meat mallet to an even thickness.
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6
Season both sides of each cutlet with salt and black pepper to taste.
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7
Brush the top side of each chicken cutlet with a thin layer of the mayonnaise-mustard mixture.
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Place a spoonful of the cheese and herb mixture onto each cutlet and roll tightly.
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9
Arrange the chicken rolls seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
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Brush the tops of the rolls with the remaining mayonnaise-mustard sauce and sprinkle with paprika.
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Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes, then top with the reserved cheese mixture and return to the upper rack for 5 minutes until melted.
