Description
Tender chicken breasts rolled with seasoned zucchini and cheese, baked to perfection for a healthy and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 2 large chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 1 medium zucchini, grated
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce (optional for serving)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix grated zucchini, mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Lay pounded chicken breasts flat. Divide zucchini mixture evenly and spread over each chicken breast.
- Roll up each chicken breast tightly and secure with toothpicks. Place seam-side down in baking dish.
- Drizzle olive oil over rolls. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes, remove toothpicks, and serve with marinara sauce if desired.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.