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Chicken Roll Ups with Smoked Mozzarella & Bacon

Savory Chicken Roll Ups with Smoked Mozzarella & Bacon Delight

Delicious Chicken Roll Ups with Smoked Mozzarella & Bacon, a low-carb, gluten-free delight packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use unsalted butter for better control over seasoning.
  • 4 pieces Thin Cut Chicken Breasts Regular chicken breasts can be pounded thin if thin cut is unavailable.
For the Filling
  • 8 slices Bacon Cook and crumble before adding to the chicken.
  • 1 cup Smoked Mozzarella Cheese Regular mozzarella can be used, but fresh mozzarella is recommended for better melting qualities.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust salt to taste, especially if using salty ingredients like bacon.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground black pepper is preferred for the best flavor.
For Sauce
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Rao’s brand is suggested for lower sugar content.
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil Use fresh ribbons for best effect.

Equipment

  • Casserole dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • meat mallet
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat the bottom of a casserole dish with melted unsalted butter.
  2. Pound the chicken breasts to about ½ inch thickness if they are not thin-cut.
  3. Distribute half of the shredded smoked mozzarella and crumbled bacon evenly among the pounded chicken breasts and roll tightly.
  4. Season the rolled chicken generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Bake the Chicken Roll Ups for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and no longer pink in the center.
  6. Pour marinara sauce evenly over the chicken roll ups and top with the remaining smoked mozzarella.
  7. Return to the oven for another 3-5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil ribbons and serve with a side of spaghetti squash or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is pounded to an even thickness and bacon is crispy for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

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