Chicken Lasagna Rolls

Health score
38%
Chicken Lasagna Rolls
65 min.
6
741kcal

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Looking for a delicious and innovative way to enjoy chicken lasagna? Look no further! This Chicken Lasagna Rolls recipe is a delightful twist on the classic dish, offering a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds wanting more. With a cook time of just over an hour, this meal is perfect for a busy weeknight or a weekend dinner party.

Serving six, each roll offers a satisfying 741 calories, making it a hearty option for lunch, dinner, or even a main course. The recipe calls for a variety of fresh ingredients, including thawed and drained frozen chopped broccoli, diced cooked chicken, and a medley of cheeses like Monterey Jack. You'll also need a handful of pantry staples, such as butter, eggs, and all-purpose flour, to create a rich and creamy cheese sauce that binds the dish together.

To make these delectable rolls, simply combine your ingredients in a large bowl, spread the mixture over cooked lasagna noodles, and roll them up before baking in a greased baking dish. For those looking to meal prep or save some for later, this recipe is freezer-friendly, allowing you to enjoy the same delicious taste any time you desire.

Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this Chicken Lasagna Rolls recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. So why wait? Give your taste buds a treat and get ready to dive into a world of culinary delight with this easy-to-follow, mouth-watering recipe.

Ingredients

  • cups broccoli frozen thawed drained chopped
  • tablespoons butter 
  • cups roasted chicken diced cooked
  • 14 ounces chicken broth canned
  • 12  lasagna noodles cooked drained
  • 0.8 cup breadcrumbs dry
  •  eggs lightly beaten
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh minced
  • cup milk 
  • ounces monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • small onion chopped
  • 6.5 ounces pimientos diced drained
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • toothpicks
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  2. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese.
  3. Pour 1/3 cup each into two greased 8-in. square baking dishes; set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup cheese sauce, chicken, broccoli, eggs, bread crumbs, pimientos, parsley and salt if desired.
  5. Spread about 1/2 cup over each noodle.
  6. Roll up jelly-roll style, beginning with a short side; secure ends with toothpicks.
  7. Place six roll-ups curly end down in each baking dish. Top with remaining cheese sauce.
  8. Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months. Cover and bake second casserole at 350° for 40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Uncover; bake 5 minutes longer or until bubbly. Discard toothpicks.
  9. To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight.
  10. Bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories741kcal
Protein30.8%
Fat35.83%
Carbs33.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
62.42
Glycemic Load
21.71
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
38.043912887573%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
5.39mg
Luteolin
0.73mg
Isorhamnetin
0.58mg
Kaempferol
7.01mg
Myricetin
0.43mg
Quercetin
5.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:741.24kcal
37.06%
Fat:29.3g
45.08%
Saturated Fat:13.49g
84.3%
Carbohydrates:61.42g
20.47%
Net Carbohydrates:55.27g
20.1%
Sugar:6.71g
7.45%
Cholesterol:185.3mg
61.77%
Sodium:952.74mg
41.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:56.68g
113.36%
Vitamin C:114.62mg
138.94%
Vitamin K:137.73µg
131.17%
Selenium:77.52µg
110.75%
Phosphorus:598.56mg
59.86%
Vitamin B3:9.62mg
48.12%
Vitamin A:2258.28IU
45.17%
Vitamin B6:0.81mg
40.64%
Manganese:0.79mg
39.47%
Calcium:372.49mg
37.25%
Vitamin B2:0.63mg
37.24%
Zinc:5.24mg
34.95%
Iron:5.99mg
33.26%
Folate:110.34µg
27.59%
Vitamin B12:1.51µg
25.15%
Fiber:6.14g
24.58%
Potassium:818.94mg
23.4%
Magnesium:92.98mg
23.25%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.47%
Vitamin B5:1.88mg
18.81%
Copper:0.32mg
16.14%
Vitamin E:1.67mg
11.15%
Vitamin D:0.98µg
6.51%
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