Chicken Cheese Lasagna
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy and cheesy Chicken Cheese Lasagna, a delightful twist on the classic Italian favorite! Featuring layers of tender shredded chicken, a rich homemade white sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan, and a medley of melted mozzarella and ricotta cheese, this dish is pure comfort in every bite. The optional addition of fresh spinach provides a subtle burst of color and nutrition, while perfectly cooked lasagna noodles hold it all together. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this hearty casserole is an irresistible choice for family dinners, potlucks, or special occasions. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to eight, this creamy chicken lasagna is destined to become a go-to recipe for weeknight indulgence or entertaining with ease.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Lasagna noodles
- 3 cups Cooked chicken (shredded)
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 4 cups Milk
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups Spinach (chopped, optional)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lasagna noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the flour to the butter and garlic, whisking constantly to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook the sauce, stirring often, until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Remove the sauce from heat and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with half of the mozzarella cheese, the ricotta cheese, and chopped spinach (if using). Mix well.
To assemble the lasagna, spread a thin layer of the white sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Add a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by a layer of the chicken mixture. Pour some white sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with mozzarella.
Repeat the layering process (noodles, chicken mixture, white sauce, mozzarella) until all ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of noodles and a generous layer of mozzarella cheese on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Chicken Cheese Lasagna!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6825 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 260.0 g | 333% | |
| Saturated Fat | 134.8 g | 674% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1345 mg | 448% | |
| Sodium | 8933 mg | 388% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 614.8 g | 224% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.4 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.2 g | ||
| Protein | 513.2 g | 1026% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.0 mcg | 55% | |
| Calcium | 6370 mg | 490% | |
| Iron | 39.6 mg | 220% | |
| Potassium | 5976 mg | 127% | |
*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.
