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Chicken pesto roll ups

Chicken Pesto Roll Ups

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 430

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken breasts 4 medium/large
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • ½ cup pesto sauce about 8 tbsp
  • 8 oz mozzarella cheese shredded, reserve 2 oz for topping
  • 2 medium tomatoes thinly sliced into 16 rings
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes optional
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves shredded, optional garnish
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to make 8 thin cutlets. Pound each to about ⅛ inch thick. Season both sides with garlic salt and black pepper.
  2. Spread 1 tablespoon pesto in the center of each cutlet. Top with 2 tomato slices and sprinkle with 2-3 tablespoon mozzarella. Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks.
  3. Heat olive oil and butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear roll-ups 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top. Add cherry tomatoes around chicken if using. Transfer skillet to oven and bake 13-15 minutes until internal temp reaches 160°F.
  5. Garnish with fresh basil. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 28gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 900mg

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Notes

Pro Tips:
  • Pound evenly — even thickness ensures even cooking.
  • Remove toothpicks before serving.
  • Make ahead — prep and roll the day before, refrigerate, then sear and bake when ready.

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