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CHICKEN, SPINACH & FETA ROLL-UPS



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I found this in the "Healthy Bites" publication at my local Weis grocery store and I am posting for safe keeping. It was in the "Cancer Control" section of the magazine.

Provided by PSU Lioness

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 teaspoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
5 ounces fresh spinach
1/2 cup reduced-fat feta cheese
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon oregano leaves
4 (4 -6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/4-1/2 inch thickness
2 large eggs, beaten
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
nonstick cooking spray
1 cup crushed tomatoes (they recommend Furmano's Chunky Crushed Tomatoes with Basil, Garlic and Oregano)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a large skillet over Medium heat.
  • Add garlic and saute 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
  • Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-5 minutes, tossing constantly; remove from heat.
  • In a medium bowl, combine spinach, feta, lemon juice, crushed red pepper, black pepper and oregano; set aside.
  • Dredge each chicken breast into beaten egg, then panko breadcrumbs.
  • Spread one quarter of the spinach/feta mixture over chicken, then carefully roll up and secure with 2 toothpicks.
  • Repeat with remaining chicken breasts.
  • Heat remaining 2 tsp olive oil in a large skillet.
  • Add rolled chicken breasts to skillet and cook about 5-7 minutes or until browned on all sides.
  • Remove from heat and place in a square baking dish, sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes or until minimum internal temperature reaches 165.
  • Top with tomatoes and serve. Warm the tomatoes first, if desired.

CREAM CHEESE SPINACH STUFFED CHICKEN ROLLS



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Make and share this Cream Cheese Spinach Stuffed Chicken Rolls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 boneless chicken breast halves
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup cooked spinach, well drained
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
seasoning salt and pepper (or use cayenne)
2 large eggs (mixed with 2 teaspoon water)
1 1/2 cups dry unseasoned breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup melted butter
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Flatten the chicken breast to about 1/4-inch thickness.
  • In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese, spinach, garlic, nutmeg, seasoning salt and pepper (or cayenne pepper) until well combined.
  • Mix the dry breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese in a shallow bowl; set aside.
  • Mix together the melted butter with garlic powder; set aside.
  • Spoon equal amounts of mixture across the narrow end of each breast.
  • Roll up jelly-roll style, and secure with toothpicks.
  • Dip the stuffed breast into the egg, then roll into the dry breadcrumb mixture.
  • Place into a buttered baking dish, seam-side down.
  • Drizzle with butter/garlic mixture.
  • Bake for about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.5, Fat 34, SaturatedFat 17.3, Cholesterol 216.7, Sodium 422.8, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1.8, Protein 36.4

SPINACH CHICKEN ROLL-UPS



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"This recipe is one that I have adapted over time," says Chris Duncan of Ellensburg, Washington. "It dresses up very well for company or special dinners yet is great for every night, too. The chicken breasts can be prepared and refrigerated until baking time if needed," she notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/2 cup fresh baby spinach, chopped
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; layer with spinach and cheese. Roll up and secure with toothpicks. In a shallow microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Place bread crumbs in another bowl. Dip chicken in butter, then roll in crumbs. , Place seam side down in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. , In a small saucepan, melt remaining butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Discard toothpicks from roll-ups; serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 679mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 43g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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