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Creamy Butternut Squash and Chicken Lasagna Roll-Ups with Sage Recipe

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These cheesy butternut squash lasagna roll-ups are stuffed with shredded chicken, spinach, and a creamy butternut squash sauce, baked until golden and bubbly. Perfect as a comforting meal for cozy nights or as a make-ahead dish for convenient meal prep.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Butternut Squash Sauce

  • 5 cups chopped butternut squash
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, minced
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Filling

  • 2 cups shredded chicken (leftover rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and excess water squeezed out

Pasta

  • 9 lasagna noodles (gluten-free if needed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the roll-ups later.
  2. Cook Butternut Squash: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the chopped butternut squash and cook for about 10 minutes until softened and fork-tender. Drain the squash using a strainer and transfer it to a food processor.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: In a small skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add minced shallot, garlic, and fresh sage. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is fragrant and the shallot has softened. Transfer this to the food processor with the squash.
  4. Prepare Sauce Base: Add ricotta, half of the parmesan cheese (1/2 cup), salt, and pepper to the food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping the sides as needed. Set this creamy butternut squash mixture aside.
  5. Cook Lasagna Noodles: Return the pot of salted water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain carefully, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
  6. Mix Filling: In a bowl, combine shredded chicken and thawed, well-drained spinach. Set aside for rolling.
  7. Assemble Roll-Ups: Lay each cooked noodle flat on a clean surface. Spread 3-4 tablespoons of the butternut squash puree evenly along the noodle, then top with the chicken and spinach mixture. Carefully roll each noodle up and repeat for all noodles.
  8. Thin Remaining Sauce: Add the reserved 1/2 cup pasta water to the food processor with any remaining squash mixture and blend until smooth to thin the sauce for pouring.
  9. Prepare Baking Dish: Spoon about 1/2 cup of the thinned butternut squash sauce on the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  10. Arrange Roll-Ups: Place the rolled lasagna noodles seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
  11. Top with Sauce and Cheese: Pour the remaining butternut squash puree over the roll-ups, then sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup parmesan cheese evenly on top. Cover the dish with foil.
  12. Bake: Bake covered at 350°F for 30 minutes until heated through.
  13. Broil for Finish: Remove the foil, switch the oven to broil, and bake for an additional 3-4 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
  14. Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and garnish with additional fresh sage leaves and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute shredded rotisserie chicken with cooked turkey or omit for a vegetarian version (replace chicken with extra spinach or mushrooms).
  • Make sure to squeeze out excess water from the spinach to prevent soggy filling.
  • Use gluten-free lasagna noodles to make this recipe gluten-free.
  • Leftover roll-ups can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
  • Let roll-ups rest for a few minutes after baking to firm up for easier slicing and serving.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/creamy-butternut-squash-and-chicken-lasagna-roll-ups-with-sage-recipe/