– 9 lasagna noodles
– 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
– 2 cups ricotta cheese
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 4 tablespoons butter
– 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– 4 cups whole milk
– 2 teaspoons garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Creating Creamy White Chicken Lasagna is easier than it may seem. Follow these straightforward steps to bring this flavorful dish to life:
1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook Noodles: In a large pot, boil water. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes or until Al Dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Prepare Chicken: If not using pre-cooked chicken, boil or grill chicken breasts until fully cooked. Shred them into bite-sized pieces.
4. Make Béchamel Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring continuously.
5. Add Milk: Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to whisk until the sauce thickens and bubbles. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
6. Season the Sauce: Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Remove the sauce from heat.
7. Layer the Lasagna: In a large baking dish, spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce on the bottom. Place three lasagna noodles on top.
8. Add Filling: Spread half of the ricotta cheese and a portion of shredded chicken over the noodles. Add a layer of mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan.
9. Repeat Layers: Add another layer of béchamel sauce followed by noodles, more ricotta, chicken, and cheeses. Repeat the process two more times, finishing with noodles on top, covered in béchamel and a final generous layer of mozzarella and Parmesan.
10. Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. After this, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
11. Cool and Serve: Once cooked, remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.
By following these steps, you will create an incredible Creamy White Chicken Lasagna that friends and family will rave about!