Description
Chicken Alfredo Lasagna is a comforting and creamy twist on classic lasagna featuring tender chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, creamy cheeses, and perfectly cooked pasta layers. Easy to prepare and family-friendly, this dish delivers warm, satisfying flavors ideal for cozy dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
Pasta
- 12 lasagna noodles (regular or no-boil)
Sauces and Dairy
- 3 cups Alfredo sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
Flavorings and Herbs
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cook and shred or dice 2 chicken breasts by boiling, baking, or pan-searing until fully cooked and tender. Season with salt, pepper, and optional herbs. Set aside.
- Make or warm up Alfredo sauce: If making your own, melt butter in a pan, add minced garlic, then whisk in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until sauce is smooth and thickened. Alternatively, heat a quality store-bought Alfredo sauce to save time.
- Boil lasagna noodles: Cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay flat on a clean kitchen towel to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the lasagna layers: In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of Alfredo sauce. Add a layer of noodles, then shredded chicken, dollops of ricotta cheese, more Alfredo sauce, and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese. Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the lasagna is bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Rest before serving: Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes after baking to allow layers to set for easier slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for better melting and richer flavor.
- Cook noodles just until al dente to prevent mushy layers.
- Season the chicken before cooking to infuse extra flavor.
- Cover with foil during initial baking to prevent cheese from browning too quickly.
- Rest lasagna before slicing to achieve cleaner cuts and better structure.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8th of the dish)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
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