Fig Nut Chicken Roll-ups Recipe

Name: Fig Nut Chicken Roll-ups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup finely chopped red apples or ½ cup finely chopped green apple; ¼ cup finely chopped celery (, with some leaves left intact); ¼ cup finely chopped green onion; ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning; 2 tablespoons margarine, divided; 2 cups day old rye bread, cubed; ½ cup finely chopped california dried fig; ¼ cup pine nuts or ¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted; 1 egg white, slightly beaten; 3 large boneless chicken breasts (about 2 1/2 lbs, with skin); 1 tablespoon honey

Servings: persons

½ cup finely chopped red apples or ½ cup finely chopped green apple
¼ cup finely chopped celery (, with some leaves left intact)
¼ cup finely chopped green onion
½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
2 tablespoons margarine, divided
2 cups day old rye bread, cubed
½ cup finely chopped california dried fig
¼ cup pine nuts or ¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 egg white, slightly beaten
3 large boneless chicken breasts (about 2 1/2 lbs, with skin)
1 tablespoon honey

1
In a nonstick frypan over medium heat, briefly saute apple, celery and green onion with poultry seasoning in 1 tablespoon of margarine.
2
In a bowl combine bread cubes, figs, pinenuts and egg white with sauteed mixture.
3
Place each chicken breast, skin side down, between 2 pieces (16 inch long) plastic wrap.
4
Pound to 1/4 inch thick with rolling pin (flatten to about 9x7 inches),remove from wrap.
5
Form about 3/4 cup filling into 6 inch long mound along 9 inch side of chicken piece.
6
Tuck in ends and roll up tightly.
7
Secure with toothpicks and/or string.
8
Arrange, seam side down, on rack in aluminum foil lined baking pan.
9
Combine remaining margarine and honey, brush half over chicken rolls.
10
Bake at 375 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes, until chicken is tender and golden brown, brushing once with remaining margarine-honey mixture.
11
Cool 5 minutes.
12
Remove toothpicks and string and cut crosswise into slices.

296

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup finely chopped red apples or ½ cup finely chopped green apple, ¼ cup finely chopped celery (, with some leaves left intact), ¼ cup finely chopped green onion, ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning, and more.

Yes, Fig Nut Chicken Roll-ups falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fig Nut Chicken Roll-ups

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions