Description
Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Rolls combine tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and spinach rolled inside lasagna noodles, baked to perfection with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. This comforting Italian-American dish is perfect for a family dinner, offering a rich and creamy texture with a delightful cheesy topping.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 1 pound lasagna noodles
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
Sauces and Cheeses
- 1 (24 ounce) jar Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Prepare the lasagna noodles according to the package directions until al dente. Drain them, rinse with cold water to stop cooking, and lay flat on a tray or parchment to cool and prevent sticking.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes until browned and thoroughly cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- Sauté onions and garlic: In the same skillet, add chopped onion and cook for 3-5 minutes until softened. Then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add Alfredo sauce and spinach: Stir the jar of Alfredo sauce and the thawed, squeezed dry spinach into the skillet. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes to blend flavors.
- Combine chicken with sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir it into the Alfredo and spinach mixture to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Add cheeses to mixture: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in half of the shredded mozzarella and half of the grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until incorporated.
- Assemble the rolls: Spread a generous amount of the chicken Alfredo mixture evenly onto each cooled lasagna noodle. Carefully roll up each noodle tightly to contain the filling.
- Arrange in baking dish: Place the rolled noodles seam side down in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish to keep them from unraveling during baking.
- Add remaining sauce: Pour any remaining Alfredo sauce over the arranged lasagna rolls evenly.
- Top with cheese and parsley: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the rolls. Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and color.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the lasagna rolls for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly, and the dish is heated through.
- Rest before serving: Allow the lasagna rolls to rest for 10 minutes out of the oven to set slightly for easier serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lasagna noodles for easier rolling or regular dry noodles cooked until al dente.
- Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the thawed spinach to prevent the filling from becoming watery.
- Optional parsley adds a fresh, vibrant touch but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Leftover rolls can be refrigerated and reheated gently in the oven.
- For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cheeses and Alfredo sauce alternatives.