Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Rolls
In the world of comfort food, few dishes can rival the rich and creamy allure of Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Rolls. This delectable fusion of Italian classics combines the silky smoothness of Alfredo sauce with the heartiness of lasagna and the savory goodness of rotisserie chicken. In this article, we’ll take you through a step-by-step guide on how to prepare this mouthwatering dish, along with some helpful tips and variations to make it your own. So, grab your apron, and let’s get cooking!
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Ingredients:
Before we dive into the detailed instructions, let’s gather all the essential ingredients for our Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Rolls. Here’s what you’ll need:
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For the Alfredo Sauce
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Ingredient | Quantity |
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Butter (cut into large cubes) | 1/4 cup |
Heavy cream | 1 1/2 cups |
Garlic (minced) | 1 clove |
Garlic powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
Italian Seasoning | 1/2 teaspoon |
Kosher salt (not table salt) | 1/4 teaspoon |
Pepper | 1/4 teaspoon |
Nutmeg | Pinch |
Crushed red pepper flakes | Pinch |
Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese | 1 1/2 cups freshly grated |
For the Lasagna Rolls
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Uncooked/dry lasagna noodles | 9 noodles |
Ricotta cheese | 1 cup |
Large egg | 1 |
Shredded mozzarella | 1 1/2 cups (divided) |
Cooked, shredded rotisserie chicken | 2 cups |
Fresh chopped parsley | For garnish |
Now that we have all the ingredients ready, let’s move on to the cooking process.
Instructions:
Preparing the Dish
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Set it aside for later.
- In a large pot, bring water to boil, adding a pinch of salt. Cook the lasagna noodles until they are al dente according to the package directions. After draining, drizzle them with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking and lay them flat on a baking sheet.
Making the Alfredo Sauce
- In the meantime, let’s prepare the Alfredo sauce. Add the butter and cream to a large nonstick saute pan over medium-low heat. Whisk until the butter has melted.
- Add in the minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer (do not boil) and cook for 3-4 minutes, whisking constantly until it starts to thicken.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until it’s melted, and the sauce becomes smooth. Take it off the heat.
Filling and Assembling
- Now, let’s assemble the rolls. Spread 1/2 cup of the Alfredo sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- In a large bowl, stir together the ricotta, egg, and 1 cup of mozzarella until combined. Fold in the shredded chicken and 1/4 cup of the Alfredo sauce until well mixed.
- Spread 1/9th of the mixture (about 1/3 cup each) onto the length of each lasagna noodle and roll them up in a jelly-roll fashion.
- Arrange the rolls, seam side down, in the baking dish. Top them with the remaining 1 cup of Alfredo sauce and the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese.
- Cover the dish loosely with foil and bake for about 25 minutes or until the cheese has melted, and the inside is warmed through.
- Finally, sprinkle some fresh chopped parsley on top, serve, and enjoy your Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Rolls!