Cheese Birds With Veal Or Chicken

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Classic rolled meat parcels stuffed with sharp cheddar and simmered in a savory ketchup-oregano glaze
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These “Cheese Birds” are a nostalgic, comfort-food classic featuring tender slices of veal or chicken pounded thin and wrapped around sticks of sharp cheddar cheese. The rolls are secured and simmered in a simple, robust sauce made from ketchup, water, and dried oregano, creating a tangy, slightly sweet glaze that penetrates the meat. The result is a juicy, flavorful main dish where the melted cheese oozes out upon cutting, contrasting beautifully with the savory herbs. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this recipe requires minimal prep and delivers maximum satisfaction with humble ingredients. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing meal that feels both indulgent and home-style.

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Cheese Birds With Veal Or Chicken

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 377.6

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These "Cheese Birds" are a nostalgic, comfort-food classic featuring tender slices of veal or chicken pounded thin and wrapped around sticks of sharp cheddar cheese. The rolls are secured and simmered in a simple, robust sauce made from ketchup, water, and dried oregano, creating a tangy, slightly sweet glaze that penetrates the meat. The result is a juicy, flavorful main dish where the melted cheese oozes out upon cutting, contrasting beautifully with the savory herbs. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this recipe requires minimal prep and delivers maximum satisfaction with humble ingredients. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, crowd-pleasing meal that feels both indulgent and home-style.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Prepare the meat by skinning, boning, and splitting the chicken breast (or using the veal steak) to create two even portions.
  2. Place each meat portion between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound with a mallet until thin and uniform in thickness.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the flour, salt, and pepper together.
  4. Generously coat both sides of the flattened meat with the flour mixture, pressing it in gently.
  5. Place one stick of sharp cheddar cheese lengthwise on each piece of meat.
  6. Fold the meat over the cheese stick and roll it up tightly to encase the cheese completely.
  7. Secure each roll with a wooden pick or skewer to prevent unraveling during cooking.
  8. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  9. Add the meat rolls to the skillet and brown them on all sides, adding the chopped onions and sautéing until softened.
  10. Stir in the catsup, water, and oregano, ensuring the sauce coats the rolls evenly.
  11. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until the meat is cooked through and tender.
  12. Serve hot, optionally spooning the pan sauce over the rolls.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 377.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.6g23%
Saturated Fat 5.2g26%
Cholesterol 67.8mg23%
Sodium 110.5mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 39.7g14%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g70%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 30.8g62%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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