Description
Delight in these Margherita Chicken Lasagna Rolls, combining tender shredded chicken, creamy ricotta, and melty mozzarella wrapped in tender lasagna noodles, baked with fresh cherry tomatoes and basil for a flavorful Italian-American main course perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Lasagna Rolls
- 9 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce & Topping
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for greasing the dish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking and help with browning.
- Mix Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, half of the shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Assemble Rolls: Lay the cooked lasagna noodles flat on a clean surface. Evenly spread a layer of the chicken and cheese mixture onto each noodle. Carefully roll each noodle tightly and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish to maintain their shape during baking.
- Add Sauce and Toppings: Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the rolled lasagna noodles. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top, then add the halved cherry tomatoes and chopped fresh basil for a fresh, vibrant finish.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to heat through.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese on top is bubbly and slightly golden for appealing texture and flavor.
- Rest and Serve: Let the dish rest for 5 minutes after baking to set. This makes serving easier and allows the flavors to continue developing.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, substitute shredded mozzarella with fresh mozzarella slices.
- Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze on top before serving for a touch of sweetness and acidity.
- Use rotisserie chicken as a convenient shortcut to save time without sacrificing flavor.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free lasagna noodles.
