This is a staple in our house! My kids loved it and devoured leftovers the next morning!
This Creamy Chicken Lasagna is a rich, comforting meal layered with tender shredded chicken, a flavorful ricotta and herb filling, and plenty of melted mozzarella, all brought together with a silky béchamel or Alfredo sauce.
Creamy Chicken Lasagna
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Lasagna noodles, cooked al dente | 9 |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Onion, diced | 1 medium |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 2 |
| Chicken breast, cooked and shredded | 1 1/2 pounds |
| Ricotta cheese | 2 1/2 cups |
| Grated Parmesan cheese (divided) | 1 cup |
| Large egg | 1 |
| Mozzarella cheese, shredded (divided) | 3 cups |
| Fresh basil leaves, chopped | 1/4 cup |
| Fresh parsley leaves, chopped | 1/4 cup |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| Béchamel or Alfredo sauce (optional) | 3 cups |
| Nutmeg (optional) | 1 teaspoon |
How To Make Creamy Chicken Lasagna
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: Sauté Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent.
Step 3: Add Chicken
Stir in the cooked, shredded chicken and mix until evenly heated. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 4: Prepare Ricotta Mixture
In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of Parmesan, the egg, chopped basil, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper, then mix until smooth.
Step 5: Assemble the First Layer
- Spread a thin layer of béchamel or Alfredo sauce (if using) over the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Place 3 lasagna noodles on top.
- Spread half of the ricotta mixture evenly over the noodles.
- Add half of the chicken mixture.
- Sprinkle with 1 cup of mozzarella and one-third of the remaining sauce.
Step 6: Build the Second Layer
- Add 3 more noodles.
- Spread the remaining ricotta mixture.
- Top with the remaining chicken.
- Add another cup of mozzarella and another third of the sauce.
Step 7: Finish the Top Layer
- Place the final 3 noodles on top.
- Spread the last of the béchamel or Alfredo sauce evenly.
- Sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup mozzarella and 1/2 cup Parmesan.
- Dust lightly with nutmeg, if desired.
Step 8: Bake
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
Step 9: Rest and Serve
Allow the lasagna to cool for 10 minutes before slicing. This helps the layers set beautifully.
