Gratinated Chicken Rolls with Potatoes Recipe
Category: Main Courses
Serves: 4
For a comforting yet sophisticated main dish, these Gratinated Chicken Rolls with Potatoes combine tender chicken, gooey fontina cheese, and crispy speck in a delightful preparation. Served alongside golden, herb-scented roasted potatoes, this dish is sure to impress your family or guests.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chicken breast fillets | 8 pieces |
| Fontina cheese | 100 g |
| Speck slices | 8 pieces |
| Fine salt | To taste |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Breadcrumbs (for coating) | As needed |
| Potatoes | 1 kg |
| Breadcrumbs (for potatoes) | 120 g |
| Rosemary | To taste |
| Fine salt (for potatoes) | To taste |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~450 kcal |
| Protein | ~35 g |
| Carbohydrates | ~40 g |
| Fat | ~15 g |
| Fiber | ~4 g |
| Sodium | ~600 mg |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes
- Start by peeling the potatoes. Rinse them thoroughly under running water, then pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
- Cut the potatoes into evenly sized cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Season the potatoes with a pinch of fine salt and drizzle them with a generous amount of olive oil. Toss well to coat.
- Add 120 g of breadcrumbs to the bowl. Mix until the breadcrumbs adhere to the potato cubes.
- Aromatize the mixture by adding fresh rosemary leaves, stripped from the sprigs, and mix again.
- Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Ensure they do not overlap excessively to allow even roasting.
- Bake in a preheated static oven at 200°C (392°F) for 30 minutes, turning them halfway through for uniform crispness.
Step 2: Prepare the Chicken Rolls
- While the potatoes bake, prepare the chicken rolls. Begin by slicing the rind off the fontina cheese and cutting it into 8 uniform sticks.
- Lay a chicken breast fillet flat on a cutting board. Sprinkle it lightly with fine salt.
- Place a slice of speck over the chicken fillet, aligning the edges for even wrapping.
- Position a stick of fontina cheese at one end of the fillet and roll the chicken tightly around it, forming a compact roll.
- Repeat this process for the remaining chicken fillets, ensuring the cheese is fully enclosed to prevent leaking during cooking.
Step 3: Assemble and Bake
- Once all the rolls are prepared, dip each one into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is well-coated.
- Roll the chicken in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to create an even coating.
- Place the coated rolls on another parchment-lined baking tray, spacing them out to allow even cooking.
Step 4: Final Bake
- After the potatoes have roasted for 30 minutes, remove the tray from the oven. Lower the oven temperature to 180°C (356°F).
- Add the prepared chicken rolls to the same tray as the potatoes or on a separate tray if space is limited.
- Return everything to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, and the potatoes are perfectly crispy.
Step 5: Serve
- Once baked, remove both trays from the oven. Allow the chicken rolls to rest for a few minutes to retain their juiciness.
- Plate the rolls alongside the crispy, golden potatoes. Garnish with additional rosemary sprigs for an aromatic touch, if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy the blend of flavors and textures with your loved ones!
This satisfying dish pairs beautifully with a fresh green salad or roasted seasonal vegetables. Indulge in this comforting yet elegant meal and share the love with those around your table!
