Description
Mouthwatering chicken ham ranch roll-ups blend creamy ranch dressing with savory ham and tender chicken in a delightful appetizer. Compact, portable, and perfect for parties, these rolls will become your go-to snack for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices of ham
Cheese and Sauce:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
Spices and Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare a baking dish with light grease and heat the oven to 375F (190C).
- Position chicken breasts between plastic wrap and gently flatten to uniform thickness using a meat mallet.
- Layer each chicken breast with ranch dressing, followed by a slice of ham and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese.
- Create tight cylindrical rolls with the chicken, ensuring the fillings remain tucked inside.
- Secure each roll with toothpicks to maintain structural integrity during cooking.
- Craft a robust seasoning blend combining garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Generously coat each chicken roll with the prepared spice mixture, ensuring even coverage.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high temperature and sear chicken rolls for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer seared rolls to the prepared baking dish, maintaining their rolled shape.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, verifying internal chicken temperature reaches 165F (74C).
- Remove toothpicks carefully before plating and serve with additional ranch dressing for optional dipping.
Notes
- Customize seasoning by adjusting spice blend to match personal taste preferences or dietary needs.
- Ensure chicken is pounded evenly to guarantee consistent cooking and prevent dry spots.
- Swap ham with turkey or vegetarian alternatives like roasted bell peppers for different dietary requirements.
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately check internal temperature and prevent overcooking, which can make chicken tough and dry.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 445 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg