Description
These Chicken and Spinach Lasagna Roll-Ups are a delicious twist on classic lasagna, offering perfect individual portions packed with creamy ricotta, tender spinach, shredded chicken, and rich marinara sauce. This dish is great for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or serving at a family gathering. With layers of flavor rolled into every bite, these lasagna roll-ups are both comforting and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Prepare Filling: In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, spinach, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble Roll-Ups: Lay cooked lasagna noodles flat. Spread 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken and spinach mixture evenly over each noodle, then roll them up tightly.
- Add Sauce: Pour 1 cup of marinara sauce into the bottom of the baking dish. Place roll-ups seam-side down in the dish. Pour the remaining sauce over the roll-ups and sprinkle with extra mozzarella cheese.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.
Notes
- Substitute shredded turkey or ground chicken if preferred.
- For added creaminess, mix some Alfredo sauce into the ricotta filling.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course