These Lasagna Roll Ups with Chicken Sausage are a delicious and comforting meal. Since this recipe is easy to make, it is perfect for a family meal and great leftover too.

Side shot of the lasagna roll ups to show the filling.

This is the perfect recipe to make during the winter and when it’s colder weather!


It’s comforting, delicious and a dish everyone will love. However, most importantly, this recipe is very easy to make.

You can also make it with your favorite products.

Choose your favorite ground meat, pasta sauce and seasonings to make this recipe your own!

Main Ingredients

Ingredients measured out in bowls to make the sausage lasagna.

Tips and Tricks

Here are my favorite tricks for making these Lasagna Roll Ups. While this recipe is easy to make, there are a few extra tips that are helpful.

  • Cook the lasagna noodles al dente.
  • Don’t use fresh mozzarella in the ricotta filling because it will add too much liquid. Buy pre-shredded mozzarella from a bag.
  • Use a high quality, flavorful pasta sauce.
  • Try to use a thicker sauce.
  • Don’t overstuff the lasagna rolls.
  • Leave space on the ends of the lasagna sheets.
  • Broil the fresh mozzarella at the end

While these tips won’t make or break the tastiness of the recipe, they are still incredibly helpful!

How to Make Lasagna Roll Ups with Chicken Sausage

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F 

  2. Drain and rinse noodles once cooked al dente, set aside 

  3. Add olive oil to a heated sauté pan and add the ground sausage
  4. Chop and cook the sausage before adding in the marinara sauce 
 
  5. Mix until all the sausage is coated 
 
  6. Turn off the heat while you prep the ricotta mixture 
 
  7. In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, oregano, basil, egg, grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella 
 
  8. Mix until ingredients are fully combined 
 
  9. To each sheet of lasagna, add the ricotta spread in the center, then top with the meat sauce
  10. Use your hands to roll the lasagna sheet 
 
  11. Place into the dish 
 
  12. Repeat steps 9-11 for each lasagna sheet 
 
  13. Add extra sauce and a slice of fresh mozzarella to each lasagna roll 
 
  14. Cover dish with a piece of aluminum foil that has been sprayed with nonstick 
 
  15. Bake for about 35 minutes 
 
  16. (Optional) remove foil and broil until the cheese is golden and bubbly on top 
 
  17. Remove from the oven and let sit for 10 minutes 
 
  18. Serve and enjoy!
Ricotta filling ingredients in a bowl.
Make the ricotta filling
Browned ground sausage in a pan.
Brown the ground sausage
Browned ground sausage and pasta sauce in a pan.
Add the sauce
Browned ground sausage and pasta sauce in a pan.
Simmer
Lasagna sheets on a cutting board.
Cook the pasta noodles
Lasagna sheets on a cutting board topped with ricotta filling.
Add the ricotta mixture
Lasagna sheets on a cutting board topped with ricotta filling.
Spread on the pasta
Lasagna sheets on a cutting board topped with ricotta filling and meat sauce.
Add the meat sauce
Sauce in a baking dish.
Spread pasta sauce on the bottom of the pan
Lasagna rolls in baking dish.
Add the lasagna rolls
Lasagna rolls in baking dish topped with meat sauce.
Top with extra sauce
Lasagna rolls in baking dish topped with meat sauce and fresh mozzarella.
Add slices of fresh mozzarella
Baked lasagna rolls in the dish.
Bake and enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this recipe be made gluten free friendly?

Yes! If you use gluten free lasagna noodles, this recipe is gluten free.

Do I have to use chicken sausage?

Nope! You can omit the sausage completely or substitute with ground pork, turkey or beef.

How do I know the lasagna roll ups are done baking?

Since the pasta and meat are both mostly cooked. You won’t need to wait longer than the 35 minutes. However, remove from the oven when the fresh mozzarella is baked to your liking.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

You can! Make earlier in the day and heat in the oven before serving. Wait to broil the fresh mozzarella until right before serving.

How do I store leftovers?

Once completely cooled, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the lasagna rolls in a freezer-safe container for 1 month.

Ground sausage lasagna rolls in a baking dish.
Side shot of the lasagna roll ups to show the filling.

Lasagna Rolls Ups with Chicken Sausage

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Yield: 12 rolls
These Lasagna Roll Ups with Chicken Sausage are a delicious and comforting meal. Since this recipe is easy to make, it is perfect for a family meal and great leftover too.
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Ingredients
 

  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced, for topping

Lasagna Meat Sauce

  • 1 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 16 oz ground chicken sausage
  • 25 oz marinara sauce

Lasagna Cheese Filling

  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 15 oz ricotta
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta noodles according to package instructions and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F 

  • Drain and rinse noodles once cooked al dente, set aside 

  • To a 9×13 baking dish, add a thin layer of pasta sauce to cover the bottom. (The remaining pasta sauce will be added to the sausage mixture)
  • Add olive oil to a heated sauté pan and add the ground sausage
  • Chop and cook the sausage completely before adding in the marinara sauce 

  • Mix until all the sausage is coated in sauce
  • Turn off the heat while you prep the ricotta mixture 

  • In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, oregano, basil, egg, grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella 

  • Mix until ingredients are fully combined 

  • On each al dente sheet of lasagna, add the ricotta spread in the center, then top with the meat sauce
  • Use your hands to roll up the lasagna sheet 

  • Place into the dish 

  • Repeat steps 9-11 for each lasagna sheet 

  • Add extra sauce and a slice of fresh mozzarella to each lasagna roll 

  • Cover dish with a piece of aluminum foil that has been sprayed with nonstick 

  • Bake for about 35 minutes 

  • (Optional) remove foil and broil until the cheese is golden and bubbly on top 

  • Remove from the oven and let sit for 10 minutes 

  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1roll, Calories: 388kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 23g, Fat: 21g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Trans Fat: 0.002g, Cholesterol: 90mg, Sodium: 983mg, Potassium: 316mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 828IU, Vitamin C: 5mg, Calcium: 294mg, Iron: 2mg
Author: Jessica Selensky
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keywords: Chicken Sausage, Dinner Recipe, Easy Meals, Family Dinner, Ground Sausage, Healthy Italian Dinner, Lasagna, Lasagna Recipe, Lasagna Roll Ups, Lunches and Dinners, Meal Prep

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