Description
Creamy chicken alfredo lasagna rolls blend Italian comfort with modern culinary creativity. Rolled pasta sheets embrace cheesy chicken filling, promising a delightful dining experience you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 12 lasagna noodles
Cheese:
- 1.5 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional, chopped)
Instructions
- Craft the velvety Alfredo base by gently melting butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then infuse with aromatic garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Gradually incorporate heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes, whisking Parmesan cheese until achieving a silky-smooth consistency.
- Season the sauce with a delicate hint of nutmeg, salt, and pepper, then set aside to cool slightly.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, amalgamate shredded chicken, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, beaten egg, Italian herbs, and optional spinach until thoroughly blended.
- Preheat the oven to 375F (190C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by spreading a thin layer of Alfredo sauce across the bottom.
- Lay out lasagna noodles and generously distribute the chicken mixture along their length, rolling tightly and positioning seam-side down in the prepared dish.
- Lavishly drench the rolls with remaining Alfredo sauce, ensuring complete coverage.
- Sprinkle an abundant layer of mozzarella cheese over the top for a golden, bubbling finish.
- Encase the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then unveil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes until cheese turns golden and sauce is effervescent.
- Allow the rolls to rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh herbs for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Briefly soak lasagna noodles in hot water to make them more pliable and prevent tearing during rolling.
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken for added flavor and convenience.
- Replace chicken with roasted vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and mushrooms for a meat-free version.
- If Alfredo sauce becomes too thick, thin it with a splash of milk or pasta water while whisking.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 26 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg