Baked chicken breast with scamorza
- Average
- 60 min
- Kcal 390
Pan-fried chicken rolls are, honestly, one of those Italian classics that show how a few simple ingredients can transform into something really tender and super tasty. All over Italy, these easy chicken rolls—which are awesome—are made by flattening chicken breast and rolling it up with salty prosciutto cotto and creamy scamorza cheese. And the sauce? When browned in a hot pan, they get this golden, slightly crispy crust that’s really, really irresistible. A splash of white wine? Enhances everything. For real.
These pan-fried chicken rolls? Seriously good with a fresh salad or creamy mashed potatoes. Pretty much balance out the richness. And you know what? It's a dish that needs little fuss, but it’s something special when shared with family or friends. Throughout Italy, you’ll find various chicken roll variations—some swap mozzarella for scamorza or prosciutto for speck, and some throw in spinach for color. Thing is, this chicken roll recipe is fun and adaptable. You can change up the fillings to suit your taste, but the key is always that juicy chicken and melty cheese inside.
These homemade chicken rolls combine all the good stuff in every bite—crispy edges, cheesy middle, and that savory kick from the ham. For those who love a quick chicken dinner, look no further. This recipe is ideal, focusing on getting the pan hot for a perfect golden crust. Italian families—no question—often keep recipes like these handy. They’re easily modified based on what’s in the fridge, yet always taste like they’re straight outta a cozy Italian kitchen. Whether you stick to traditional flavors or try something new, these stuffed chicken rolls? They consistently bring that easy, inviting Italian vibe.
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To prepare the chicken rolls in a pan, first cut the scamorza cheese into sticks about 0.4 inches thick 1. Place the chicken slice on a cutting board 2 and lay a slice of ham on top 3.
Place two scamorza sticks in the center 4, roll it up 5, and secure with two toothpicks 6.
In a pan, pour the oil, add the unpeeled garlic 7, and sauté for a few minutes. Place the rolls in the pan 8 and sear them on both sides 9 over high heat for 3-4 minutes.
Deglaze with white wine 10 and let the alcohol evaporate completely. Adjust salt 11 and pepper 12.
Cover with a lid 13 and cook for 10 minutes over low heat. Remove the lid, increase the heat, and continue cooking for a few more minutes, just long enough for the sauce to dry 14. Your chicken rolls in a pan are ready to be served 15.