Imagine layers of tender chicken, creamy bรฉchamel sauce, and gooey cheese perfectly harmonized in one dish. This Chicken Lasagna with Spinach Sauce is comfort food at its finest, ideal for impressing your loved ones or preparing your meals in advance.
Ingredients
- Cooked chicken โ 4 cups shredded (from a rotisserie or 900 g cooked chicken breast)
- Baby spinach leaves โ 142 g / 5 oz package
- Onion โ 1, chopped (white, yellow, or sweet)
- Garlic cloves โ 3, minced
- Lasagna noodles โ 9 pieces
- Olive oil โ 15 ml (1 tablespoon)
- Unsalted butter โ 56 g (4 tablespoons)
- Flour โ 40 g (1/3 cup)
- Chicken broth โ 600 ml (2 1/2 cups)
- Half and half โ 360 ml (1 1/2 cups)
- Sea salt โ 2 teaspoons, to taste
- Black pepper โ 1/2 teaspoon, to taste
- Ricotta cheese โ 425 g (15 oz)
- Mozzarella cheese โ 300 g (3 cups), shredded
- Parmesan cheese โ 25 g (1/4 cup), grated
- Egg โ 1 large
- Fresh parsley โ 1/4 cup, chopped
Steps to Create This Dish
- Prepare the Ingredients
Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Cook the lasagna noodles until al dente, then cool them off in cold water to prevent sticking. - Make the Spinach Sauce
In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sautรฉ the onion. Add butter, then stir in flour to make a roux. Gradually add chicken broth and half-and-half, stirring until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, then mix in garlic and spinach, cooking until just wilted. - Mix the Ricotta Cheese Sauce
In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella (save one cup for topping), Parmesan, egg, and parsley. Stir until well blended. - Assemble the Lasagna
Preheat the oven to 190ยฐC (375ยฐF). In a 23×33 cm (9×13 in) dish, layer spinach sauce, lasagna noodles, ricotta mixture, shredded chicken, and repeat. Finish with remaining sauce and mozzarella on top. - Bake the Lasagna
Cover with foil (supported by toothpicks to prevent sticking) and bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and broil for a golden-brown cheese crust. Let it rest before serving.
This chicken lasagna is a feast of flavors, perfect for a cozy dinner or a special meal prep option. Enjoy it with a simple salad or some garlic bread on the side for a complete experience!
