Creamy Chicken Lasagna
This creamy chicken lasagna is a comforting dish perfect for family gatherings, made with layers of delicious ingredients that warm the heart.
Ingredients
For the Lasagna
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use leftover chicken for convenience.
- 2 cups spinach, chopped For added nutrients and color.
- 2 cups ricotta cheese Provides creaminess.
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated Adds nutty flavor.
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded Essential for that gooey top.
- 3 cups white sauce Use homemade or store-bought.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing vegetables.
- 1 onion, chopped 1 onion, chopped For sweetness and depth.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor.
- Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste Always season to your liking.
- Lasagna noodles Lasagna noodles Use traditional or no-boil noodles.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onions are translucent, around 5 minutes.
- Toss in the chopped spinach and cook until it has wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine ricotta cheese, grated parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
Assembling the Lasagna
- Spread a layer of white sauce on the bottom of your baking dish.
- Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce.
- Layer shredded chicken over the noodles, followed by the sautéed spinach and onion mixture.
- Scoop the ricotta mixture over the chicken, then sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
- Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of noodles topped with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Pour any remaining white sauce over the top layer of noodles.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, ensuring it doesn’t touch the cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes. Remove foil for the last 15 minutes for a golden top.
- Let the lasagna rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
You can use leftover rotisserie chicken for faster prep. Prepare a day in advance for best flavor blending. For extra creaminess, add cottage cheese in the layers.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 750mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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