Spinach and Feta Chicken Rolls

🍽️ Spinach and Feta Chicken Rolls

Stuffed, Rolled, and Baked to Perfection

🧾 Ingredients:

For the Chicken Rolls:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt & black pepper to taste
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano (optional)

For the Filling:

1 ½ cups fresh spinach (or thawed frozen spinach, squeezed dry)
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup cream cheese (softened)
1 garlic clove, minced
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for heat

For Coating (optional for crispier rolls):

½ cup breadcrumbs or panko
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (to mix with breadcrumbs)

🔪 Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a baking dish.

2. Prepare Chicken

Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment.
Pound to about ¼ inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano.

3. Make the Filling

In a bowl, combine spinach, feta, cream cheese, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes if using.
Mix until well combined.

4. Assemble the Rolls

Spoon a portion of filling onto each chicken breast.
Roll up tightly, securing with toothpicks if needed.
If using the breadcrumb coating, brush with olive oil or butter and roll in the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture.

5. Bake

Place chicken rolls seam-side down in the baking dish.
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for a golden crust.

6. Serve

Let rest for 5 minutes. Remove toothpicks before slicing and serving.

🍴 Serving Suggestions:

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables, Greek salad, or herbed couscous.
Great with tzatziki or garlic yogurt sauce on the side.

❓ Q&A: Spinach and Feta Chicken Rolls

🔸 Can I use frozen spinach?

Yes. Just thaw and squeeze out all excess water before mixing with the cheese to avoid soggy filling.

🔸 Can I make this ahead of time?

Absolutely. Assemble the rolls up to a day ahead and store in the fridge. Bake just before serving.

🔸 Can I air fry these instead of baking?

Yes! Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and cook for 15–20 minutes, turning halfway through. Make sure they’re secure and not too crowded.

🔸 What can I use instead of feta?

Try goat cheese, ricotta (for milder flavor), or a combo of mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes for a twist.

🔸 How do I keep the filling from spilling out?

Don’t overfill. Rolling tightly and securing with toothpicks or kitchen twine helps. Baking seam-side down also helps seal them.

🧼 Cleanup Tip:

To avoid scrubbing pans, line your baking dish with foil or parchment. Soak any cheesy bits in warm water for easier cleaning.