Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this elegant white chicken lasagna. This dish swaps traditional red sauce for a decadent, garlic-infused béchamel that coats tender shredded chicken and layers of pasta. Combining creamy ricotta, stretchy mozzarella, and nutty parmesan, this recipe creates a rich, Italian-inspired casserole perfect for hearty family dinners. By using no-boil noodles that cook directly in the sauce, you get consistent, restaurant-quality results with minimal effort, making it an ideal choice for effortless weekend hosting.
Ingredients
1 box no-boil lasagna noodles
3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
15 oz full-fat ricotta cheese
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; whisk in the flour and cook for two minutes to create a roux.
Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream, cooking until thickened, then add the minced garlic.
In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with half of the parmesan.
Spread a small amount of sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Layer noodles, a portion of the ricotta mixture, shredded chicken, mozzarella, more sauce, and repeat until ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of sauce and cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
Ensure you use freshly grated parmesan rather than canned for the best melting consistency. You can add fresh spinach between layers for extra color and nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg