If you are a fan of comforting, creamy and flavorful meals, this recipe goes straight to your favorite list. These chicken-filled potato rolls, covered with a soft white sauce and baked gratins, are a homemade flavor bomb that conquers the whole family.
Perfect for a special lunch or a different dinner, they combine the best of two worlds: the softness of the potato, the taste of the well-seasoned chicken, and the irresistible touch of the gratin cheese.
Ingredients (for 4 people)
For the rolls:
4 big potatoes
1 cooked and shredded chicken breast
1⁄2 chopped onion
1 clove of garlic
Salt, pepper and paprika to taste
Grated cheese (mozzarella or whatever you have)
Olive oil
For creamy sauce:
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk (500 ml)
Salt, nutmeg and pepper to taste
A handful of cheese to gratine
Preparation step by step
Preparation
1. Prepare the mashed potato:
I boiled the potatoes until they’re very tender.
Make a smooth puree, no lumps. Season and let cool.
2. Make the chicken filling:
In a pan with a splash of oil, sauté the onion and garlic until golden brown.
I added the shredded chicken, seasonings to taste and mix well. Remove from the heat and let cool.
3. Put the rolls together:
Take portions of puree and crush them on a film paper or on your hands to form a rectangle.
Place a tablespoon of filling in the center and a little grated cheese.
With the help of film paper, roll carefully forming a roll.
I repeated with all the mixture.
4. Prepare creamy sauce:
In a pot, I melted the butter. Add the flour and cook for a few seconds.
I added the hot milk slowly, constantly beating until it thickens.
Season and add a pinch of nutmeg.
5. Assemble and gratin:
Place the rolls in a baking dish.
Cover them with the white sauce and sprinkle with grated cheese.
Take the preheated oven at 200°C for 15–20 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
Tips and variants
You can use mashed potatoes and sweet potatoes for a sweeter and different flavor.
Replace the chicken with minced meat, spinach with riccotte or tuna if you want to change the filling.
For a lighter version, use skim or vegetable milk for the sauce.
A homemade recipe that falls in love
This dish has everything: creaminess, flavor, texture and that homemade touch that always comforts. In addition, you can prepare it in advance and gratin it just before serving. A real wild for when you want to show off with a hearty and comforting meal.
Conclusion
The potato rolls stuffed with chicken gratin with creamy sauce are the perfect example that home cooking can be simple, delicious and spectacular. Each bite is soft, tasty and comforting. A recipe to save and repeat!
