Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Some recipes go beyond feeding hunger — they deliver comfort, familiarity, and reliability. These Chicken and Stuffing Roll Ups do exactly that. They combine classic home-style flavors with a presentation that feels thoughtful and refined, without demanding advanced culinary skills.
This dish captures everything people love about a holiday dinner — tender chicken, savory stuffing, and a creamy sauce — but reshapes it into an approachable, weeknight-friendly format. It’s rich without being heavy, simple without feeling basic, and impressive without being complicated.
What sets this recipe apart is methodical preparation. Each step is designed to protect moisture, enhance flavor layering, and ensure consistent results every time.
Why This Recipe Works (Food Science Insight)
- Uniform Chicken Thickness: Flattening the chicken ensures even protein denaturation, preventing dryness and undercooking.
- Internal Stuffing Placement: Rolling the stuffing inside traps steam, naturally basting the chicken from within.
- Cream-Based Sauce Barrier: The sauce forms a protective layer that reduces surface evaporation during baking.
- Moderate Oven Temperature: Baking at 375°F allows gradual heat penetration without moisture loss.
These techniques work together to produce juicy chicken with stable structure and balanced flavor distribution.
Recipe Overview
Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30–40 minutes
Rest Time: 5–10 minutes
Total Time: About 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–8 oz each)
Stuffing
- 1 box (6 oz) seasoned stuffing mix
- 1½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
Sauce
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
- ¼ cup milk or chicken broth
Seasoning & Assembly
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
Optional Garnish:
- Paprika
- Fresh parsley
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and encourage even browning.
2. Make the Stuffing
Bring broth and butter to a boil. Remove from heat, stir in stuffing mix, cover, and let rest for 5 minutes. Fluff gently and allow to cool slightly.
Cooling prevents premature cooking of the chicken during assembly.
3. Prepare the Chicken
Place each chicken breast between parchment or plastic wrap. Pound to ¼-inch thickness. Season evenly with salt and pepper.
Uniform thickness is essential for consistent doneness.
4. Assemble the Roll Ups
Spoon stuffing onto one end of each chicken breast, leaving a small border. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
If needed, secure with toothpicks.
5. Add the Sauce
Whisk soup and milk until smooth. Pour evenly over the chicken rolls, coating the surface to retain moisture.
Optional: sprinkle paprika for color.
6. Bake
Bake uncovered for 30–40 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
7. Rest & Serve
Allow to rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. This redistributes juices and improves texture.
Texture & Flavor Profile
- Exterior: Tender chicken with creamy sauce coating
- Interior: Soft, herb-forward stuffing
- Overall Flavor: Savory, buttery, balanced with mild seasoning
The dish delivers comfort without heaviness.
Estimated Cost Breakdown (US Average)
- Chicken: $8.00
- Stuffing mix: $2.00
- Soup & dairy: $2.50
Total Cost: ~$12.50
Cost per Serving: ~$3.10
Budget-friendly without sacrificing satisfaction.
Nutrition Overview (Estimate)
- Calories: 550–650 per serving
- Protein: High (from chicken)
- Carbohydrates: Moderate (stuffing)
- Fat: Moderate
Values vary based on brands and substitutions.
Dietary Modifications
- Low Sodium: Use reduced-sodium broth and soup
- High Protein: Reduce stuffing by 25%
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free stuffing and soup
- Dairy-Free: Substitute dairy-free butter and soup alternative
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Skipping chicken pounding → uneven cooking
- Overfilling rolls → stuffing leakage
- Baking too long uncovered → dryness
Storage & Food Safety
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours
- Store up to 3 days in airtight containers
- Reheat to 165°F (74°C) before serving
Serving Suggestions
- Mashed potatoes or buttered noodles
- Steamed green beans or roasted vegetables
- Simple side salad
- Cranberry sauce for contrast
Final Thoughts
These Chicken and Stuffing Roll Ups strike a rare balance — they’re nostalgic yet refined, hearty yet manageable. Whether you’re cooking for family, guests, or simply want a dependable comfort meal, this recipe delivers consistent, satisfying results.