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Cajun Chicken Lasagna Roll Ups

Cajun Chicken Lasagna Roll Ups

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  • Author: Maria
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Description

These Cajun Chicken Lasagna Roll Ups are a flavorful twist on classic lasagna! Tender lasagna noodles are filled with Cajun-spiced chicken, ricotta, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, then rolled up and baked in a creamy Cajun Alfredo sauce. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner!


Ingredients

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Lasagna Roll-Ups

  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 1 lb cooked chicken breast, diced (or shredded rotisserie chicken)
  • 1 block cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2/3 cup frozen chopped spinach, defrosted and drained
  • 4 oz sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade, see below)
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar/mozzarella cheese, divided

Cajun Alfredo Sauce

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Homemade Cajun Seasoning (Optional)

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  • 2 tbsp paprika
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 3/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC) and grease a 9ร—13 baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix ricotta and cream cheese until smooth. Fold in sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, Cajun seasoning, chicken, and 1 cup of shredded cheese until well combined.
  • Cook lasagna noodles to al dente according to package instructions. Drain and lay flat.
  • While noodles cook, make the Cajun Alfredo sauce:
    • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
    • Add garlic and sautรฉ until fragrant.
    • Stir in heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, and Parmesan. Simmer for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  • Spread a few spoonfuls of Alfredo sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Assemble the roll-ups:
    • Spread โ…” cup of filling onto one end of each lasagna noodle.
    • Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the dish.
    • Repeat with remaining noodles.
  • Pour Alfredo sauce evenly over the lasagna rolls, spooning any extra sauce back on top.
  • Sprinkle 1ยฝ cups of shredded cheese over the rolls.
  • Bake uncovered for 35 minutes, or until edges are crispy and cheese is golden brown.

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  • Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 570
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 38g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg