Cheezy Chicken Lasagna
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheezy Chicken Lasagna recipe! Perfectly layered with tender shredded chicken, creamy ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and a luscious homemade white sauce, this dish takes traditional lasagna to a whole new level. The combination of garlic and onion powders with Italian seasoning infuses every bite with irresistible flavor, while the golden, bubbly cheese topping ensures a picture-perfect finish. Ideal for family dinners or special gatherings, this lasagna is as hearty as it is satisfying. Quick to prepare and baked to perfection, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that’s utterly cheesy, creamy, and delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Lasagna noodles
- 3 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded)
- 2 cups Ricotta cheese
- 3 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay them flat on a sheet of parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour to create a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce.
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, and 1 cup of the prepared cream sauce.
Spread a thin layer of the remaining cream sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Layer 4 lasagna noodles horizontally over the sauce. Spread 1/3 of the chicken mixture evenly on top, followed by 1/3 of the ricotta cheese.
Repeat the layering process two more times: noodles, chicken mixture, ricotta cheese.
Pour the remaining cream sauce evenly over the top layer of noodles, ensuring everything is coated.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese over the top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 299.9 g | 384% | |
| Saturated Fat | 167.0 g | 835% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1576 mg | 525% | |
| Sodium | 9405 mg | 409% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 612.1 g | 223% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.6 g | ||
| Protein | 546.4 g | 1093% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 7513 mg | 578% | |
| Iron | 37.2 mg | 207% | |
| Potassium | 5234 mg | 111% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
