Chicken Rollatini (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - 2 large chicken breasts.
02 - 8 slices large deli-style pepperoni.
03 - 4 slices mozzarella cheese (such as Sargento, not fresh mozzarella).
04 - 2 eggs, beaten.
05 - 1/2 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs or pork rind panko (if keto).
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan.
07 - 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning.
08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
09 - Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions:

01 - Cut the chicken lengthwise, as if butterflying, but cut all the way through to create four thinner chicken breasts. Place plastic wrap over the chicken and pound with a meat mallet until the chicken is 1/4” thick.
02 - Top each thin chicken breast with two slices of pepperoni and one slice of mozzarella cheese. Secure with toothpicks as needed.
03 - Cut 4 12”x12” squares of plastic wrap. Place one chicken breast on a square of plastic wrap and roll the chicken breast tightly. Secure in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
04 - Set up two breading stations: one with beaten eggs and the other with a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
05 - Unwrap the chicken, roll it in the eggs, and then in the breading to coat thoroughly.
06 - Freeze the breaded chicken for 15 minutes while preheating the oven to 400°F.
07 - Place the chicken roll-ups in a greased oven-safe dish and spray with olive oil. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Notes:

01 - This Chicken Rollatini is crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside, making it a delicious dinner option.
02 - For a keto-friendly version, use pork rind panko in place of breadcrumbs.