Rolled Chicken Cutlets Recipe - thin sliced chicken breasts stuffed with ham and cheese then rolled in a mixture of Parmesan cheese and seasoned breadcrumbs to make them crispy.
This is another one of my chicken cutlet recipes that's not only delicious but perfect to make for dinner on busy nights. They're even fancy enough to serve when family and friends come for a special celebration.
Grab a fork and let's start cooking because dinner is going to be amazing tonight!
The ingredients I used for Rolled Chicken Cutlets Recipe are basic and you probably already have them in your refrigerator. Combining Parmesan cheese with the seasoned breadcrumbs helps the crust of the chicken get really crispy while it bakes in the oven.
Make sure you check out my Side Dishes for Chicken Recipes to help you choose the perfect side dish to go along with this new Family Favorite Chicken Recipe.
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Main Ingredients Needed
Here's a quick overview of the ingredients for this recipe. Find the exact amounts and click the Instacart button to easily add them to your cart – all in the printable recipe card below!
- Chicken Cutlets
- Ham
- Swiss cheese
- Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs
- Parmesan cheese
- Milk
Cooking Tip: Check out my post for Chicken Cutlets Mayonnaise for more detailed instructions and photos for how to slice thin chicken cutlets.
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: How to make Thin Chicken Cutlets:
Lay the boneless skinless chicken breasts on a cutting board that’s been lined with waxed paper or parchment paper.
Using a sharp knife, slice the chicken breast down the side lengthwise cutting all the way through until you have thin chicken cutlets.
Cover the chicken breasts with another sheet of parchment paper and using the smooth side of a mallet, gently pound the chicken until it is thin. Then place a piece of ham on top of the chicken followed by a piece of Swiss cheese.
Step 2: Add the Ham and Cheese
Place a slice of ham on top of the flatten chicken cutlet. Then add half a slice of Swiss cheese on top. Roll up from the short side, tuck the ends in and secure with a toothpick.
Then in a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Pour the milk into another shallow dish.
Dip the chicken rolls first in the milk and then roll in the breadcrumb mixture.
Place the chicken rollups seam-side down in a casserole dish that's been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Spritz the chicken with cooking spray.
Step 3: Baking Instructions
Bake uncovered in a preheated 400° F oven for 20 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink and reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees. Don't forget to remove the toothpicks before serving!
How do you keep cheese from melting out of stuffed chicken?
You could chill the chicken rollups before baking in the freezer for 10 minutes. This chilling will firm up the cheese making it less likely to leak during the baking.
What goes with stuffed chicken?
You can serve this rolled chicken cutlets recipe with just about anything! Twice Baked Potatoes are full of cheese and bacon and would be delicious. My family loves this version of Panera Bread Copycat Mac and Cheese.
Even plain white rice or buttered noodles make a great side dish.
Tried this recipe? Let me know in the comments and don't forget to rate it!
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Rolled Chicken Cutlets Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 thin slices of deli ham
- 2 slices Swiss cheese; halved
- ⅔ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ - ½ cup milk
Instructions
- Lay the boneless skinless chicken breasts on a cutting board that’s been lined with waxed paper or parchment paper.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the chicken breast down the side lengthwise cutting all the way through until you have thin chicken cutlets.
- Cover the chicken breasts with another sheet of parchment paper and using the smooth side of a mallet, gently pound the chicken until it is thin. Then place a piece of ham on top of the chicken followed by a piece of Swiss cheese.
- Place a slice of ham on top of the flatten chicken cutlet. Then add half a slice of Swiss cheese on top. Roll up from the short side, tuck the ends in and secure with a toothpick.
- Then in a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Pour the milk into another shallow dish.
- Dip the chicken rolls first in the milk and then roll in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the chicken rollups seam-side down in a casserole dish that's been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Spritz the chicken with cooking spray.
- Bake uncovered in a preheated 400° F oven for 20 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink and reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
jennifer B says
all I want to do is see your entire recipe with directions and print out. I am not interested in Pinterst how can I accomplish this. your website is not cooperating
appreciate your assistance
Lois says
I'm so sorry! The recipe card disappeared from the post. I added it back in. It's at the bottom of the post. There is also a "Jump to Recipe" button at the top of every post that all you need to do is hover over and click to be brought to the recipe card right away. Thank you for letting me know there was a problem with the post.
Michelle says
This recipe looks great, but I'm having trouble locating the recipe card with the ingredient list.
Lois says
I'm so sorry! The recipe card disappeared from the post. I added it back in. It's at the bottom of the post. There is also a "Jump to Recipe" button at the top of every post that all you need to do is hover over and click to be brought to the recipe card right away. Thank you for letting me know there was a problem with the post.