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Creamy White Chicken & Spinach Lasagna

Creamy White Chicken & Spinach Lasagna for Ultimate Comfort

This creamy white chicken & spinach lasagna is the ultimate comfort dish that combines rich flavors and cheesy layers.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lasagna
  • 12 oz Lasagna Noodles Use no-boil noodles for quicker assembly.
  • 3 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Rotisserie chicken cuts down on prep time.
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Or 1 cup of drained cooked spinach if fresh isn’t available.
  • 1 cup Ricotta or Cottage Cheese Adds creaminess; silken tofu makes a good dairy-free substitute.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Melts beautifully.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Adds a salty touch; swap for nutritional yeast for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley Optional garnish.
For the Cream Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Or olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free needs, use cornstarch.
  • 2 cups Milk Consider almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Or vegetable broth.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Replace with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Essential seasonings.
  • a pinch Nutmeg Optional.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step 1: Make the Cream Sauce
  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat in a saucepan. Sauté 2 minced garlic cloves until fragrant, about 1 minute. Whisk in 1/4 cup of flour and cook for 2 minutes until golden. Gradually add 2 cups of milk and 1 cup of chicken broth, whisking until smooth. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
Step 2: Prepare the Chicken and Spinach Filling
  1. In a bowl, combine 3 cups of shredded cooked chicken with 2 cups of fresh spinach. Add about a cup of the cream sauce, mixing well to combine.
Step 3: Assemble the Lasagna
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with cooking spray. Spread a thin layer of cream sauce on the bottom, add a layer of noodles, half of the chicken mixture, 1 cup of ricotta or cottage cheese, and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers and finish with noodles, sauce, and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese.
Step 4: Bake the Lasagna
  1. Cover the lasagna with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes until golden and bubbling.
Step 5: Let it Rest and Serve
  1. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes, garnish with parsley, slice into squares, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to drain spinach thoroughly and dry noodles to maintain structure. Whisk continuously for a smooth sauce. Make ahead or freeze for convenience. For a richer sauce, allow it to simmer longer.

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