Ingredients
- ¾ cup of creamy ricotta cheese
- ¾ cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, split in half
- ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, also split in half
- 1 ¼ teaspoons of fragrant Italian seasoning
- 6 chicken breast halves, flattened to 1/4-inch thickness
- 1 package of thinly sliced mushrooms (8 ounces)
- ¾ cup of crisp white wine
- ½ cup of zesty lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons of butter, divided into small pieces
- 1 pound of penne pasta
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for a cozy cooking environment. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, half of the Parmesan cheese, and a dash of Italian seasoning for a flavorful cheese mixture.
Step 2
Next, lay out your chicken breasts on a clean surface and generously spoon 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture into the center of each breast. Gently roll the chicken around the cheese and secure it with a toothpick. Repeat this process for all the chicken breasts and place them neatly in a 9x13-inch glass baking dish.
Step 3
Arrange the mushrooms around the chicken rolls, then drizzle some white wine and fresh lemon juice over the top. Sprinkle half of the butter over the chicken rolls and generously top them with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses for a golden finish.
Step 4
Pop the dish into the preheated oven and bake until the chicken is cooked through, typically around 40 to 45 minutes. To ensure doneness, use an instant-read thermometer which should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C) when inserted into the center of the chicken.
Step 5
While the chicken is baking, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until it is al dente, typically around 11 minutes. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot, stirring in the remaining butter for added flavor.
Step 6
To serve, ladle the buttery penne into serving bowls, then top with a cheesy chicken roll. Drizzle the pan juices over the dish for extra flavor and enjoy a delightful meal that is sure to impress your taste buds.
Extra Tips & Suggestions
- Organize your ingredients like a symphony, with the chicken breasts taking center stage and the stuffing ingredients harmonizing around them.
- Tame the chaos by prepping and measuring out each ingredient into its own little mise en place bowl, creating a colorful and organized palette for your culinary creation.
