This comforting Chicken Cannelloni with Cheese Sauce is a hearty twist on the classic Italian favorite. Tender, diced chicken is rolled into soft lasagna noodles and smothered in a rich, velvety cheese sauce that melts beautifully in the oven. The dish offers a satisfying balance of savory poultry and creamy dairy, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or cozy weeknight meals. While the ingredient list is simple, the result is deeply flavorful and incredibly filling. It&# 226;ÂÂs a reliable recipe that brings warmth to the table, perfect for serving with a side salad or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of sauce.
Chicken Cannelloni With Cheese Sauce
Description
This comforting Chicken Cannelloni with Cheese Sauce is a hearty twist on the classic Italian favorite. Tender, diced chicken is rolled into soft lasagna noodles and smothered in a rich, velvety cheese sauce that melts beautifully in the oven. The dish offers a satisfying balance of savory poultry and creamy dairy, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or cozy weeknight meals. While the ingredient list is simple, the result is deeply flavorful and incredibly filling. It&# 226;ÂÂs a reliable recipe that brings warmth to the table, perfect for serving with a side salad or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of sauce.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 375ðF (190ðC). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and lay flat on a clean kitchen towel to cool slightly.
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
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Add the cooked, diced chicken to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 2-3 minutes to heat through and combine with the garlic butter mixture. Remove from heat.
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Spoon a small amount of the chicken mixture onto each lasagna noodle. Roll the noodles up tightly into tubes. Place the rolls seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
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Prepare a simple cheese sauce by melting additional butter, whisking in flour to make a roux, then gradually adding milk and shredded cheese until smooth and thick. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the cannelloni rolls.
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Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and the tops are lightly golden. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 519.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 32.4g50%
- Saturated Fat 7.4g37%
- Cholesterol 117.3mg40%
- Sodium 803.4mg34%
- Total Carbohydrate 19.1g7%
- Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
- Sugars 0.6g
- Protein 34.7g70%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
