Pesto Chicken Roll Ups

Elevate your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Pesto Chicken Roll Ups, a flavorful and visually stunning dish that's as easy to make as it is to love. Juicy, tender chicken breasts are pounded thin and layered with vibrant basil pesto, gooey melted mozzarella, and fresh spinach, then rolled into perfect bundles of savory goodness. Lightly seared for a golden crust and baked to perfection, these roll-ups deliver a delightful combination of crispy edges, creamy fillings, and aromatic herbs in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is ideal for busy evenings but impressive enough for entertaining. Serve alongside a fresh salad or roasted veggies for a complete meal, and watch as these cheesy, pesto-packed rolls become a family favorite. Perfect for fans of Italian-inspired dishes, this easy chicken roll-up recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cup Basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1.5 cups Fresh spinach leaves
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 12 pieces Toothpicks

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken until about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 3

Season both sides of the chicken with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Spread about 2 tablespoons of pesto onto one side of each chicken breast.

Step 5

Evenly distribute the shredded mozzarella cheese and fresh spinach leaves over the pesto layer.

Step 6

Roll up each chicken breast tightly, starting at the narrow end, and secure each roll with 2-3 toothpicks to hold it together.

Step 7

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken roll ups for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Step 8

Transfer the chicken roll ups to the greased baking dish. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the chicken.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Remove the toothpicks and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, garnish with additional pesto or fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1002.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2244.9

Total Fat 123.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 681.5mg	0%
Sodium 4361.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 2.1g
Protein 253.2g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 1116.4mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 2181.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.8%

Protein: 46.3%

Carbs: 2.9%