Elegant Baked Chicken Roll-Ups
This signature dish transforms traditional Chicken Saltimbocca into a wedding-worthy delight. With tender chicken breasts pounded to perfection, each roll is infused with layers of savory prosciutto and creamy Swiss cheese. The rich sauce, a delightful blend of mushrooms, garlic, and aromatics, seeps into the chicken as it bakes, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Perfect for special occasions, this recipe invites you to enjoy a delightful meal that’s not only comforting but also exudes elegance. Top it off with a sprinkle of shredded cheese before baking for an irresistible finish, and serve with hot noodles or rice to soak up that delightful sauce. Trust me, your guests will be raving about this dish long after the festivities are over!
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Servings
320
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
4 halves (Pounded to 1/8 inch thickness)
Prosciutto or Other Cured Ham
4 slices (Sliced)
Swiss Cheese
4 slices (Sliced)
Olive Oil
2 tablespoons (For sautéing)
Toothpicks
12 (For securing chicken rolls)
Butter
2 tablespoons (For sautéing)
Button Mushrooms
1 cup (Sliced, cleaned)
Garlic
2 cloves (Minced)
White Onion
1 small (Minced)
Heavy Cream
1/2 cup (For sauce)
Sour Cream
1/2 cup (For sauce)
Flour
2 tablespoons (For thickening sauce)
Paprika
1/2 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Salt and Pepper
To taste (For seasoning)
Hot Noodles or Rice
For serving (Cooked)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
If you're not purchasing pre-pounded chicken, place each chicken breast smooth side facing up on a piece of plastic wrap. Fold the plastic wrap around the chicken, ensuring it is tightly secured.
3
Using a meat mallet, rolling pin, or heavy cookbook, pound the chicken breast until it's approximately 1/8 inch thick. Ensure to use the same piece of plastic wrap to keep your workspace clean.
4
Lay each pounded chicken breast smooth side down on a cutting board.
5
Top each chicken piece with a slice of prosciutto, followed by a slice of Swiss cheese.
6
Fold the long sides of the chicken breast inward by about 1/4 inch, then roll the chicken from the short end like a cigar, securing each roll with toothpicks.
7
In a large sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it starts to shimmer, but not smoke.
8
Carefully add the chicken roll-ups to the pan, placing them seam-side down. Sear the chicken rolls until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side, then transfer them to a baking dish.
9
In the same pan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the minced onions and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant.
10
Stir in the sliced mushrooms and continue to cook until softened and slightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
11
In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream, sour cream, flour, paprika, nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
12
Pour the cream mixture into the sauté pan with the mushrooms and stir over low heat until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
13
Pour the sauce generously over the chicken roll-ups in the baking dish.
14
Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
15
Serve hot over wide egg noodles or rice, drizzling extra sauce over each serving.
Nutrition Information
20g
Fat
12.75g
Carbs
24g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elegant Baked Chicken Roll-Ups?
This is a signature dish that transforms traditional Chicken Saltimbocca into a sophisticated meal featuring chicken breasts filled with prosciutto and Swiss cheese.
What are the primary fillings for the chicken rolls?
Each chicken breast is filled with a slice of prosciutto (or other cured ham) and a slice of Swiss cheese.
How thin should I pound the chicken breasts?
The chicken breasts should be pounded until they are approximately 1/8 inch thick to ensure they roll easily and cook evenly.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated and set to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
How long do the chicken roll-ups need to bake?
The chicken should be baked for 25 to 30 minutes until it is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
What ingredients are used to make the sauce?
The sauce is a creamy blend of button mushrooms, garlic, white onion, heavy cream, sour cream, and flour, seasoned with paprika and nutmeg.
How many calories are in a serving of this dish?
There are 320 calories in each serving of the Elegant Baked Chicken Roll-Ups.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 24 grams of protein.
How much fat is in this recipe?
There are 20 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count per serving?
The dish contains 12.75 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What type of cheese is used for the filling?
The recipe specifies using 4 slices of Swiss cheese.
How many toothpicks are needed to secure the rolls?
Approximately 12 toothpicks are used to secure the four chicken rolls.
What kind of chicken is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves.
What are the recommended side dishes?
It is recommended to serve the chicken roll-ups over hot egg noodles or rice to soak up the extra sauce.
What type of mushrooms should be used for the sauce?
The recipe uses 1 cup of cleaned and sliced button mushrooms.
How much butter is needed?
Two tablespoons of butter are used to sauté the onions, garlic, and mushrooms.
What spices are used for seasoning?
The sauce is seasoned with 1/2 teaspoon of paprika, 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste.
What is the first step in the cooking process?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Why is the chicken seared before baking?
Searing the chicken in olive oil until golden brown adds color and flavor to the dish before it undergoes the final baking process.
How long should I sear the chicken roll-ups?
The rolls should be seared for about 3-4 minutes per side until they are golden brown.
What kind of onion is used in the mushroom sauce?
One small white onion, minced, is used for the sauce base.
How much heavy cream is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of heavy cream.
How much sour cream is used in the sauce?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of sour cream.
How do you thicken the mushroom cream sauce?
Two tablespoons of flour are whisked into the cream mixture to help thicken the sauce.
Can I substitute the prosciutto?
Yes, the recipe allows for the use of other cured hams if prosciutto is not available.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 16 total ingredients listed for this dish.
How many cloves of garlic are used?
The recipe uses 2 cloves of minced garlic.
What type of oil is used for searing?
Two tablespoons of olive oil are used to sear the chicken.
How do I prevent a mess when pounding the chicken?
Folding plastic wrap around the chicken breast before using a meat mallet helps keep your workspace clean.
Is this dish suitable for special occasions?
Yes, the recipe is described as an elegant, wedding-worthy delight perfect for festivities.