Gordon Ramsay Chicken Ballotine Recipe

This delicious Chicken Ballotine recipe is a simple yet impressive dish, perfect for a cozy dinner. With creamy spinach and cheese stuffing wrapped in tender chicken, it’s both flavorful and satisfying. You can easily customize the stuffing with ingredients you have at home, making it a versatile and crowd-pleasing meal.

Ingredients Needed:

Spinach, Cheese, and Bread Stuffing:

• 15 ml olive oil
• 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
• 140g baby spinach leaves
• 1.5g salt
• 1.5g freshly ground black pepper
• 100g grated Gruyère cheese
• 180g cubed bread

Ballotine:

• 1.7kg whole chicken, boned
• 1.5g salt
• 1.5g freshly ground black pepper

Sauce:

• 120ml dry red wine
• 80ml water
• 1 celery stalk,
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 carrot, peeled
• 1.5g cornstarch, dissolved in 15 ml water
• 15 ml dark soy sauce
• 15g chopped fresh parsley

How To Make Chicken Ballotine Recipe?

1. Prepare the Stuffing: Heat oil in a pan. Cook garlic, spinach, salt, and pepper for 1 minute. Let it cool, then mix in cheese and bread.
2. Prepare the Chicken: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Season chicken with salt and pepper. Spread the stuffing on the chicken, then add bread and cheese.
3. Roll the Chicken: Roll up the chicken and tie it with string. Place in a pan.
4. Roast the Chicken: Roast for 1 hour or until it reaches 75°C (165°F). Let it rest before slicing.
5. Make the Sauce: Remove fat from the pan. Add wine and water, heat, and scrape up bits. Strain into a pot. Add celery, onion, and carrot, then simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in soy sauce and cornstarch, then bring to a boil. Remove from heat.
6. Serve: Remove string and slice chicken. Place on a plate, pour sauce around and garnish with parsley.

Recipe Tips:

• Stuff the chicken evenly: Spread the spinach mixture evenly inside the chicken for full flavor in every bite.
• Tie the chicken well: Make sure to tie the chicken tightly so the stuffing doesn’t fall out while cooking.
• Check the temperature: Use a thermometer to make sure the chicken reaches 75°C (165°F) inside.
• Rest the chicken: Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before slicing to keep the juices in.
• Use fresh ingredients: Fresh spinach, garlic, and cheese will make the dish taste much better.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the Chicken Ballotine cool to room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: After cooling, wrap the chicken in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 2 months.
• Reheat: Heat a pan with a bit of oil over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes, turning until hot.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 357 kcal
• Total Fat: 22g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 80mg
• Sodium: 518mg
• Potassium: 385mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 7g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 1g
• Protein: 39g

Try More Gordon Ramsay Recipes:

• Gordon Ramsay Sticky Lemon Chicken Recipe
• Gordon Ramsay Chicken Sandwich Recipe
• Gordon Ramsay Chicken Kiev Recipe