Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese
Easy baked chicken roll ups with ham and swiss cheese are crispy, golden, and packed with flavor. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly crispy roll ups every time. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Tuscan White Bean Soup with Sausage and Spinach and Easy Keto Coconut Flour Pancakes with Fresh Berries.
Why This Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy golden crust
- Melty swiss cheese
- Flavorful ham and chicken filling
- Better than takeout
What You'll Need for Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Deli ham
- Swiss cheese slices
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Egg
- Milk
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Lemon wedges
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: Use thinly sliced chicken breasts or pound them to an even thickness.
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How to Make Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese
- Prepare chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Pound to an even thickness if not already thin.
- Assemble roll ups: Lay a slice of ham on each chicken breast, top with a slice of swiss cheese, and roll up tightly. Secure with toothpicks.
- Coat roll ups: Dip each roll up in a mixture of egg and milk, then coat in panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake: Place roll ups on a baking sheet and 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
- : For extra crispy roll ups, bake on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet.
- Common mistake and fix: If your roll ups are soggy, they may not have been coated in breadcrumbs well enough. Make sure to press the breadcrumbs onto the roll ups firmly.
- : For a spicy kick, add some diced jalapeños to the ham and cheese filling.
Storing & Reheating Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the roll ups up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Freezing Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese
Freeze uncooked roll ups for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. This may make the roll ups soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to 165°F (74°C).
- Best substitution: You can substitute the ham for turkey or prosciutto.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your roll ups are falling apart, they may not have been secured with toothpicks well enough. Make sure to use enough toothpicks to hold the roll ups together.
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Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Deli ham
- Swiss cheese slices
- Panko breadcrumbs
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Egg
- Milk
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Pound to an even thickness if not already thin.
- Assemble roll ups: Lay a slice of ham on each chicken breast, top with a slice of swiss cheese, and roll up tightly. Secure with toothpicks.
- Coat roll ups: Dip each roll up in a mixture of egg and milk, then coat in panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake: Place roll ups on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to 165°F (74°C).
- Best substitution: You can substitute the ham for turkey or prosciutto.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your roll ups are falling apart, they may not have been secured with toothpicks well enough. Make sure to use enough toothpicks to hold the roll ups together.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked roll ups for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. This may make the roll ups soggy.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the roll ups up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 45g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 130mg
- Sat. Fat: 9g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the roll ups up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
They may not have been secured with toothpicks well enough. Make sure to use enough toothpicks to hold the roll ups together.
Yes, you can freeze uncooked roll ups for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Yes, cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes or until golden and crispy.
These roll ups pair well with Easy Tuscan White Bean Soup with Sausage and Spinach or Easy Keto Coconut Flour Pancakes with Fresh Berries for a complete meal.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Baked Chicken Roll Ups with Ham and Swiss Cheese 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!
