Pizza-Flavored Chicken Roll-Ups

Ingredients

• 300 g Ground chicken or turkey (Chicken or turkey may be used; form a thin rectangular layer.)
• 3 Sliced cheese (The author used light Havarti.)
• 4 tbsp Crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce (Spread over the meat; use a thick sauce to prevent the roll from falling apart.)
• 3 tbsp Grated Parmesan cheese (Heaping tablespoons; use to coat the medallions.)
• Oil (Use enough to lightly grease your hands and prevent the meat from sticking.)
• Dried oregano (Optional, to taste.)

Steps

1. 1

   Place a sheet of parchment paper on the work surface. Lightly grease your hands with oil so the meat does not stick.

2. 2

   Spread the ground chicken or turkey over the paper. Press it down and shape it into a thin, even rectangle, making sure there are no overly thin areas or holes.

3. 3

   Spread the 4 tbsp of tomato over the meat, leaving a small border around the edges to make rolling easier.

4. 4

   Sprinkle oregano to taste over the tomato, if desired.

5. 5

   Place the three slices of cheese over the tomato and oregano, distributing them evenly.

6. 6

   Use the parchment paper to help roll the meat from one of the long sides. Press gently as you go to form a compact, sealed roll.

7. 7

   Carefully remove the parchment paper. Cut the roll into approximately five similarly sized medallions.

8. 8

   Coat each medallion in the grated Parmesan, especially covering the outside so it browns during cooking.

9. 9

   Place the medallions in the air fryer basket without overlapping them. Cook at 180 °C for 15 minutes, turning them halfway through so they brown evenly.

10. 10

    Check that the center is fully cooked and that the meat reaches 74 °C. Serve hot.

Notes

They can also be baked in a preheated oven at 200 °C for 20 minutes, turning them halfway through. Do not overcrowd the air fryer; cook in batches if necessary.

Nutrition per serving

• dinner
• main course
• gluten-free
• flour-free
• low-carb
• high-protein
• air fryer
• baked