White Chicken and Ham Lasagna
Indulge in the creamy, savory layers of White Chicken and Ham Lasagna, a comfort food favorite that reimagines tradition with a rich white sauce twist. This irresistible recipe features tender shredded chicken, smoky diced ham, and velvety ricotta, nestled between sheets of tender lasagna noodles and topped with gooey mozzarella. A homemade Parmesan béchamel sauce ties it all together, delivering a luxurious, cheesy experience in every bite. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this crowd-pleasing dish is baked to golden, bubbly perfection and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of flavor and color. Whether you're looking for a unique lasagna recipe or a hearty meal idea, this creamy chicken and ham lasagna is guaranteed to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets Lasagna noodles
- 3 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1.5 cups Cooked ham, diced
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 6 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2.5 cups Ricotta cheese
- 3 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions, then drain and lay them flat on parchment paper to prevent sticking.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to create a roux.
Gradually add the milk to the roux, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the white sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese and chopped parsley. Stir to mix evenly.
Spread a thin layer of the white sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Lay down 3 lasagna noodles side by side over the sauce.
Spread 1 cup of shredded chicken and 1/2 cup of diced ham evenly over the noodles. Top with a layer of the ricotta mixture, about 1/3 of the batch.
Drizzle about 1 cup of white sauce over the ricotta mixture and sprinkle a generous layer of mozzarella cheese on top.
Repeat this layering process 2 more times: noodles, chicken and ham, ricotta mixture, white sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
Finish with a final layer of lasagna noodles, the remaining white sauce, and a topping of mozzarella cheese.
Cover the baking 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 top is golden and bubbly.
Allow the lasagna to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 323.2 g | 414% | |
| Saturated Fat | 174.8 g | 874% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1816 mg | 605% | |
| Sodium | 12055 mg | 524% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 640.8 g | 233% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.3 g | ||
| Protein | 609.2 g | 1218% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.9 mcg | 55% | |
| Calcium | 7306 mg | 562% | |
| Iron | 37.8 mg | 210% | |
| Potassium | 6218 mg | 132% | |
*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.
