Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese – Better Than Takeout
Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese are crispy, golden, and ready in just 30 minutes. After making these dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping them juicy and preventing soggy bottoms. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Creamy Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake for dessert and Crispy Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini.
Why This Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy golden crust
- Juicy chicken and melted cheese inside
- Ready in just 30 minutes
- Better than takeout taste
What You'll Need for Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Ham slices
- Swiss cheese slices
- Breadcrumbs
- Eggs
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Italian seasoning
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Lemon wedges
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Breadcrumbs: Use plain or seasoned breadcrumbs. Panko works great too.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Food processor — Saves time and ensures even breading → See on Amazon
- Baking sheet — Even heat distribution for crispy roll ups → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare chicken: Pound chicken breasts to even thickness, then season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Assemble roll ups: Top each chicken breast with a slice of ham and Swiss cheese. Roll up tightly and secure with toothpicks.
- Bread roll ups: Dip each roll up in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture. Place on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese – Better Than Takeout
- : For extra crispiness, bake on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet.
- Common mistake and fix: To prevent soggy bottoms, don't overcrowd the baking sheet and don't cover with foil.
- : For a spicy kick, add some diced jalapeños to the chicken mixture.
- : To make ahead, prepare roll ups, then refrigerate until ready to bake.
Storing & Reheating Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare roll ups up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Freezing Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese – Better Than Takeout
Freeze uncooked roll ups for up to 2 months. Thaw before baking.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. For best results, crisp up in the oven.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, sear the roll ups in a pan before baking.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with boneless, skinless chicken thighs for even more tenderness.
- Make-ahead: Prepare roll ups up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If roll ups are not crispy, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking.
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Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Ham slices
- Swiss cheese slices
- Breadcrumbs
- Eggs
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Italian seasoning
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare chicken: Pound chicken breasts to even thickness, then season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Assemble roll ups: Top each chicken breast with a slice of ham and Swiss cheese. Roll up tightly and secure with toothpicks.
- Bread roll ups: Dip each roll up in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture. Place on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, sear the roll ups in a pan before baking.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with boneless, skinless chicken thighs for even more tenderness.
- Make-ahead: Prepare roll ups up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If roll ups are not crispy, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked roll ups for up to 2 months. Thaw before baking.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. For best results, crisp up in the oven.
- Make ahead: Prepare roll ups up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 45g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 150mg
- Sat. Fat: 10g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Yes, prepare roll ups up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
To prevent soggy bottoms, don't overcrowd the baking sheet and don't cover with foil.
Freeze uncooked roll ups for up to 2 months. Thaw before baking.
Yes, cook at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Serve with a side of crispy Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini or Creamy Jalapeno Popper Corn Casserole.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
