Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6-8 oz each), 1.1 to 1.7 kgs
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, 30 ml
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened (115 grams)
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese, 115 grams
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 25 grams
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh spinach, 7 grams
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 20 grams
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 30 grams
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced (225 grams)
  • 1/2 cup dry Marsala wine, 120 ml
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth, 120 ml
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream, 60 ml
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Butterfly each chicken breast and pound it to an even thickness (about 1/4 inch). Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, spinach, garlic, oregano, and basil. Mix well.
  3. Spread the cheese mixture evenly over each chicken breast. Roll the chicken breast tightly and secure it with toothpicks, if needed.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken rolls on all sides until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Add butter to the skillet and melt. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until softened and browned. Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Gradually whisk in Marsala wine and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened slightly. Stir in heavy cream.
  7. Return the seared chicken rolls to the skillet and nestle them in the Marsala sauce. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove the chicken from the skillet. Remove toothpicks before slicing if used. Spoon the Marsala sauce over the chicken. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.