Italian baked chicken rolls filled with lemon, garlic, and fresh parsley, coated in Parmesan breadcrumbs. A juicy, elegant 45-minute dinner that is easier than it looks.

Prep time: 20 minutesCook time: 25 minutesTotal time: 45 minutesServings: 4 servingsDifficulty: Medium

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These chicken rolls bring together fresh spring ingredients and classic Italian flavors. The brightness of lemon and the herbal punch of parsley complement juicy chicken breast beautifully, while a Parmesan breadcrumb coating adds a golden, crunchy finish.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Coarsely ground black pepper, to taste
  • 50 g (1/2 cup) Italian-style dry breadcrumbs
  • 30 g (1/3 cup) grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Lay the chicken breasts flat (butterfly or pound them thin if needed) and season both sides evenly with salt and pepper.
  2. Juice the lemon and mix it with the garlic, olive oil, and chopped parsley to make a sauce.
  3. Spread the sauce evenly over the chicken, then sprinkle with the breadcrumbs and Parmesan.
  4. Roll up each chicken breast and secure with toothpicks. Bake in an oven preheated to 180°C (350°F) for 25 minutes, until golden on top and cooked through.
  5. Remove the rolls, let them rest briefly, then slice into thick rounds and serve.

Tips

  • Adjust the amount of lemon juice to taste for a brighter, fresher flavor.
  • No Parmesan? Any hard aged cheese such as Pecorino or Grana Padano works well.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 320 kcal per serving | Protein: 28 g | Carbs: 12 g | Fat: 18 g

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