Chicken roulade is a delicious dish where chicken is flattened, filled, rolled, and cooked—resulting in a juicy, flavorful “spiral” when sliced. It looks fancy but is surprisingly easy to make at home.
🍗 Classic Chicken Roulade Recipe
🧾 Ingredients:
- 2 large chicken breasts (boneless)
- Salt & pepper
- 2 tbsp butter or oil
- Filling options:
- Spinach (fresh or sautéed)
- Cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- Garlic (minced)
- Herbs (parsley or thyme)
🔪 How to Make It
1. Prepare the Chicken
- Slice each breast horizontally (butterfly it).
- Pound gently until evenly thin.
2. Add the Filling
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Spread your filling (spinach + cheese + garlic works great).
3. Roll It Up
- Roll tightly into a log shape.
- Secure with toothpicks or kitchen string.
4. Cook
Option A: Pan + Oven
- Sear in a pan until golden.
- Finish in oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes.
Option B: Fully Oven-Baked
- Bake directly for 30–35 minutes.
5. Rest & Slice
- Let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice into rounds to reveal the spiral filling.
🌟 Variations
- Creamy version: Add cream sauce on top.
- Desi twist: Use spices like cumin, chili flakes, coriander, and a bit of Garam Masala
- Healthy version: Skip cheese and use veggies only.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- With mashed potatoes or rice
- Alongside roasted vegetables
- With a light salad
If you want, I can give you a step-by-step desi chicken roulade recipe with Pakistani spices or a restaurant-style creamy sauce version 😋
