Potluck Chicken Lasagna
Creamy, comforting, and bursting with flavor, Potluck Chicken Lasagna is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that elevates traditional lasagna to new heights. This recipe layers tender lasagna noodles with a rich homemade white sauce, juicy shredded chicken, and a trio of cheeses—ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan—for a decadent twist on the classic. Perfect for gatherings, this dish combines Italian seasoning, garlic-infused roux, and fresh parsley for a well-balanced flavor profile that's both hearty and elegant. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this chicken lasagna is easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress at your next potluck or family dinner. Ready in just over an hour, it serves eight and pairs beautifully with a crisp salad or warm garlic bread for a complete meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Lasagna noodles
- 4 cups Cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups Ricotta cheese
- 3 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray or butter.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay the noodles flat on parchment paper to prevent sticking.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Whisk in the flour and cook the mixture for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a smooth roux.
Gradually add the chicken broth and milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook the sauce over medium-low heat until it thickens, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and remove the sauce from the heat.
In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken with 1 cup of the prepared white sauce. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.
To assemble the lasagna, spread a thin layer of the white sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce.
Top the noodles with a layer of shredded chicken, followed by spoonfuls of ricotta cheese, and then a handful of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Repeat the layers (sauce, noodles, chicken, ricotta, mozzarella) two more times, ending with a final layer of noodles and the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese on top is bubbly and golden brown.
Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving for an extra pop of flavor and color.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6905 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 256.1 g | 328% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.6 g | 678% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1647 mg | 549% | |
| Sodium | 8622 mg | 375% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 596.8 g | 217% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.8 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.3 g | ||
| Protein | 567.2 g | 1134% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.6 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 6246 mg | 480% | |
| Iron | 45.3 mg | 252% | |
| Potassium | 5652 mg | 120% | |
*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.
