Garlic-Herb Stuffed Chicken Roll-Ups for Flavor-Packed Dinners

If you want an easy weeknight dinner that’s special enough for guests, try these garlic and herb stuffed chicken rollups. Thin-sliced chicken breasts are spread with garlic-and-herb cheese and topped with mozzarella, rolled, coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and baked. The result is a flavorful, satisfying dish that’s simple to customize with ingredients you have on hand.

A versatile dinner that uses fridge leftovers

These chicken rollups are a great way to use odds and ends from your fridge. Got a partial package of ham or some leftover cheese? Swap ingredients to suit your pantry—Swiss, provolone or extra mozzarella all work well. You can also add a layer of fresh spinach or sautéed greens inside for extra nutrients. Pair the rollups with roasted potatoes and asparagus for a complete meal; everything can finish in the oven at the same time.

Ingredients you’ll need

To make six rollups as shown, gather:

• 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 6 thin pieces (buy pre-sliced or slice and pound them thin)
• 6 tbsp reduced-fat garlic and herb spreadable cheese (used here: Alouette)
• 2 oz light mozzarella, shredded (or another melting cheese of your choice)
• 1/4 cup egg whites (or 1 whole beaten egg)
• 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
• Olive oil spray
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

How to make garlic and herb stuffed chicken rollups

Preheat the oven to 375°F. If your chicken isn’t already thin, slice breasts into six pieces and cover with plastic wrap. Pound each piece thin with a meat mallet or rolling pin so they’re easy to fill and roll.

Spread about 1 tablespoon of the garlic-and-herb cheese over each piece of chicken, then sprinkle on equal amounts of shredded mozzarella. Tightly roll each chicken piece and secure with toothpicks, pinching the ends closed to help keep the cheese inside.

Set up a dredging station: pour egg whites into a bowl and place breadcrumbs on a plate. Dip each rollup into the egg whites, then coat evenly in breadcrumbs. Lightly spray a baking dish or sheet pan with olive oil, arrange the rollups in a single layer and spray the tops with olive oil spray.

Bake at 375°F for 35–40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. For a golden, crisp top, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Note: some cheese may ooze during baking even if the rollups are secured. Any oozed cheese is delicious served alongside the rollups.