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Chicken Rollatini with Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Sauce

Author - Serena Wolf
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

For the Chicken Rollatini:

  • 8 thin sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ lb thinly sliced prosciutto at least 8 slices
  • 1 bunch basil
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • For the Roasted Tomato Sauce:
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 24 oz can crushed fire roasted tomatoes
  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper

Instructions

  • Place 1 piece of prosciutto flat on a cutting board.
  • Place a thin sliced chicken breast on top of the prosciutto. (If you’re really into prosciutto, feel free to add another slice on top of the chicken breast.)
  • Put 2 basil leaves flat on top of the chicken breast.
  • Slice the fresh mozzarella into approximately ¼ inch slices. Cut each slice in half. Lay the two halves on top of the basil approximately ½ an inch apart.
  • Gently roll up the rollatini and place seam-side down in a baking dish. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts. Don’t worry, it’s quick and surprisingly fun.
  • Drizzle your rollatinis with 2 tbsp olive oil. Bake at 375 degrees for 25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

Preparing your Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Sauce:

  • *Pre-heat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Place the whole red bell pepper on a baking sheet and roast for 45 minutes.
  • When roasted, remove the pepper from the oven, place in a bowl and cover loosely with foil. Allow the pepper to cool for about 20 minutes, then remove the skin and seeds, and coarsely chop the flesh.
  • In a large saucepan, sauté the minced garlic in 1 tbsp olive oil for about 2 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add the crushed fire roasted tomatoes, chopped roasted red bell pepper, and ½ tsp crushed red pepper. Simmer for ten minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
  • Pour the sauce in to a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Salt to taste.
  • Serve your chicken rollatini hot with roasted tomato sauce. Take a bow.