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Chicken Cannelloni

Chicken Cannelloni is a Dinner international recipe with 253 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

253 kcal

Total Time

60 min

Servings

8

Protein

20.1 g

Ingredients

  • Butter1/2 tablespoon (15 g)
  • Chicken Breast500 g
  • White Onion1 count (150 g)
  • Mushrooms1 cup (70 g)
  • Spinach7 cup (210 g)
  • Oil1 tablespoon (10 ml)
  • Cannelloni Pasta8 sheet (160 g)
  • Milk400 ml
  • Parmesan Cheese10 tablespoon (50 g)
  • Water1/4 glass (63 ml)
  • Cornstarch2 tablespoon (20 g)
  • Garlic1/2 clove (2 g)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 356 °F (180 °C). Next, oil a large rectangular baking pan.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    For the béchamel sauce, melt the butter in a pot and add the milk. Do not let it boil. Separately, mix the water with the cornstarch and dilute.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    When the milk is about to boil, turn off the heat, season with salt and pepper to taste, add garlic paste or powder and diluted cornstarch.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Stir constantly so that it begins to thicken and add 2/3 of the grated cheese.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Separately, chop the vegetables together with the chicken breast. Heat the oil in a pot and add the vegetables and chicken.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes and cover. Let cook until the spinach reduces its volume and mix with the béchamel sauce.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Next, fill the cannelloni with the sauce and cover with the remaining sauce. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Bake in the oven for 30 minutes at 356 °F (180 °C) or until the cheese melts.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

253

Protein

20.1g

Carbs

13.8g

Fat

7.7g

Fiber

1.2g

Micronutrients

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Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

MilkGluten

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Chicken Cannelloni can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chicken Cannelloni

How many calories are in Chicken Cannelloni?

Chicken Cannelloni has about 253 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Chicken Cannelloni suitable for vegetarians?

No. Chicken Cannelloni is not vegetarian as written because it includes Chicken Breast.

Is Chicken Cannelloni gluten-free?

Chicken Cannelloni is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes Cannelloni Pasta. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Chicken Cannelloni?

Yes. This recipe includes Milk and Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Chicken Cannelloni ahead of time?

Chicken Cannelloni can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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