Description

Creamy, cheesy, and packed with chicken and spinach, these lasagna roll ups are a cozy oven-baked twist on a classic Italian favorite—perfect for family dinners or make-ahead meals.

Ingredients

For the Filling:

2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or finely chopped

1 (10 oz / 280 g) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained

1 cup ricotta cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (plus extra for topping)

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 egg, lightly beaten

1 teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Sauce:

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1½ cups milk (whole or 2%)

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

Salt and pepper, to taste
(Or substitute Alfredo or marinara sauce, if preferred.)

For Assembly:

8 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente and drained

Extra mozzarella and Parmesan for topping

Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and lay flat on parchment to prevent sticking.

Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, combine chicken, spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Make the sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly until thickened (2–3 minutes). Stir in Parmesan, nutmeg (optional), and season to taste. Remove from heat.

Assemble roll-ups: Spread 1–2 tablespoons of sauce in the baking dish. Spread 2–3 tablespoons of filling on each noodle, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish.

Top and bake: Pour remaining sauce over the roll-ups, sprinkle extra mozzarella and Parmesan on top. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, uncover, and bake 10 minutes more until bubbly and golden.

Serve: Let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Make Ahead: Assemble roll-ups and refrigerate up to 24 hours in advance. Bake when ready to serve.

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Freezer Friendly: Assemble and freeze before baking. Thaw overnight and bake as directed.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Pasta, Main Course
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Italian-American