Delicious sausage rolls made easy with just five ingredients including chicken sausages and tortilla wraps. No pastry needed!

Chicken Sausage Rolls

Sausage rolls are a classic family favourite — satisfying, portable and great for lunchboxes or quick snacks. This version swaps buttery puff pastry for tortilla wraps and replaces pork sausage with chicken sausages for a lighter alternative that doesn’t sacrifice flavour. The recipe is simple, uses just five ingredients and comes together in about 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or for batch prepping ahead of time.

Chicken sausage mixture in a bowl next to a wrap on a chopping board

Why You’ll Love These Easy Sausage Rolls

Using a tortilla wrap instead of puff pastry may sound unusual, but the wraps crisp up nicely in the oven and keep the rolls light. Chicken sausages are convenient because the seasoning is already included, so there’s no need to add extra spices. You can use plain chicken sausages or try flavoured varieties to change the profile — everything from herb to spicy options will work. If you prefer, turkey sausages or vegetarian sausages are also suitable substitutes.

Ingredients

Spray oil
400g chicken sausages
2 large tortilla wraps
1 egg
1 tsp sesame seeds

How to Make Sausage Rolls Without Pastry

Preheat the oven to 200°C fan and line a baking tray with parchment paper. Lightly spray the paper with oil.
Remove the sausages from their skins and add the meat to a bowl. Mash the sausage meat with a fork until combined.
Place a tortilla wrap on a chopping board. Spoon half of the sausage mixture onto the wrap, slightly right of centre.
Starting on the right-hand side, roll the wrap up as tightly as possible and ensure the final seam sits on the bottom to seal.
Trim the ends of the roll with a sharp knife, then cut the roll into six even sausage rolls. Repeat with the second wrap and the remaining sausage mixture.
Arrange all sausage rolls on the prepared baking tray so they have space to crisp.
Lightly beat the egg in a small bowl and brush the egg wash over the tops of the rolls. Sprinkle sesame seeds on each roll.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the wraps are golden and the sausage meat is fully cooked through.

the sausage mixture portioned onto the open wrap next to a wrap that has already been rolled to show steps in the process

the sausage rolls cut and on a baking tray with egg wash and topped with seeds

Ingredient Substitutions and Tips

Sausages: Chicken sausages are used here, but turkey, pork or vegetarian sausages will work. Choose plain or flavoured sausages depending on your preference.
Wraps: White tortilla wraps are used, but wholemeal or a 50/50 wrap are fine. Gluten-free wraps can be used for a gluten-free option.
Egg: If you have an egg allergy, brush the tops with a little milk instead to help them brown.
Seeds: Omit the sesame seeds or use poppy seeds if you prefer.

Storage and Make-Ahead

These sausage rolls are best served warm but will keep in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to restore crispness. To freeze, assemble the rolls but do not bake. Arrange them on a tray so they don’t touch, flash-freeze until firm, then transfer to a zip-lock bag or freezer-safe container. Bake from frozen on a lined and greased tray, adding about 10 minutes to the cooking time. For lunchboxes, cook and cool the rolls, freeze them in bags, and add to the lunchbox in the morning — they should defrost by lunchtime.

the cooked sausage rolls on a cooling rack with a small bowl of tomato sauce

Notes

Check the internal temperature of the sausage meat where possible, or ensure there is no pink remaining and juices run clear.
Experiment with different sausage flavours — smoky, herby or slightly spicy varieties can all give the rolls a different character.
If you’re preparing these for children, slice into smaller pieces and serve with vegetables, fruit and a dip for a balanced meal.

About the Recipe

Author: Ciara Attwell

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 30 minutes

Yield: Approximately 12 sausage rolls

Category: Lunch | Method: Baked | Cuisine: British

chicken sausage rolls in a compartment lunch box with fresh veggies, fruit, mini breadsticks and a portion of cheese

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Looking for ways to help picky eaters enjoy a wider variety of foods? Consider using divided plates that separate different foods and make meals more appealing and fun for children.