Lasagna roll ups are one of my favorite ways to serve lasagna because they’re so easy to handle! Having any leftovers makes freezing them for later a breeze. No need to thaw the entire dish, just take out what you need and reheat a serving for one. This chicken alfredo lasagna is a delicious alternative to the classic recipe giving it a creamier cheesier flavor, thanks to mozzarella and parmesan, which your whole family will love! Unlike the traditional tomato-based sauce, the thick and rich alfredo sauce in this recipe gives it a completely different flavor profile but there’s no mistaking that signature comforting baked lasagna dish that still comes out golden and delicious! Chicken lasagna is a great way to use up any leftover rotisserie chicken and it’s also a nice getaway from red meat if you’re looking for something a little lower in saturated fat. If you like this easy lasagna recipe, you should also try my Ravioli Lasagna! It’s made with frozen or refrigerated ravioli instead of lasagna noodles and comes together so quickly. Enjoy this chicken alfredo lasagna alongside a basket of bread sticks and a simple caesar salad and dinner is served!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ingredients Needed
Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Uncooked lasagna noodles – Do not buy oven-ready. You need to boil them ahead of time to be able to roll them up.Salt – Adding salt to your boiling water will help keep the noodles from sticking together. It’s also a way to add a bit of flavor to the noodles.Alfredo sauce – The butter, garlic, and all-purpose flour will create the base (the roux) of the alfredo sauce. The foundation needs to create a thick sauce.Milk & Heavy whipping cream – These are the liquids that get added to the roux that will slowly turn take it from a lumpy flour paste to a rich creamy sauce. Parmesan – A sharp cheese that adds loads of flavor.Salt, pepper & nutmeg – Enhance the sauce with a simple salt and pepper seasoning and the option of nutmeg. Nutmeg is a warming spice that is quite popular in cream-based sauces.Shredded chicken – A great time to use up leftover chicken from yesterday’s dinner. You can also go easy on yourself and pick up a rotisserie chicken from the store. Or, of course, you can make your own right now in a Crockpot or see how I boil chicken breasts that are perfect for shredding!Mozzarella cheese – A signature gooey cheese that is always a welcome addition to a lasagna dish. Parsley – Fresh chopped parsley is always a nice finishing touch, however it is optional.
How to Make Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Roll Ups
Assembly
Tips & Variations
A homemade alfredo sauce is always worth the extra step but if you’d like to save time, you can use storebought instead. No fresh garlic on hand? Substitute with garlic powder. You’ll need ¾ teaspoon of garlic powder that is equal to 3 cloves of fresh garlic.Feel free to add some diced veggies into the sauce to bulk up the filling and get those nutrients in there.Add some ricotta cheese into the filling instead of, or along with the mozzarella.Grate your parmesan and mozzarella cheese from a block. Freshly grated is always recommended as the packaged shredded stuff comes with added (weird) ingredients.It’s important to follow the steps it takes to avoid noodles sticking together. The reason for this is when you try and pull them apart, they will tear. This is a good reason to make more noodles than you need, just in case!
Ways to Serve
I always enjoy traditional sides most often served with pasta dishes at Italian restaurants my favorites even when I am at home. Caesar salad and breadsticks are my family’s top picks for sure but below are some other ideas you might enjoy too. Make some garlic bread or these Texas Roadhouse rolls instead of the breadsticks and opt for a simple green salad instead of the Caesar. If you like a side of veggies with your meal, think about this simple air fryer mushroom dish or blanched green beans. Finish off your meal with a light and fresh strawberry pie for dessert! I hope you love these lasagna roll ups as much as my family and I do. Don’t forget to share this recipe with anyone looking for a new quick and easy dinner idea! © Little Sunny Kitchen
