Description
White Chicken Lasagna
Ingredients:
For the Sauce:
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves (minced)
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper (to taste)
For the Filling:
3 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
2 cups ricotta cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped, plus more for garnish)
1 egg
For Assembly:
12 lasagna noodles (cooked according to package instructions)
2 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded, for topping)
Instructions:
Prepare the White Sauce:
Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
Stir in Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
Make the Filling:
In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, mozzarella, parsley, and the egg. Mix well.
Assemble the Lasagna:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the white sauce on the bottom.
Place 3 lasagna noodles on top, followed by a layer of the chicken filling, and a layer of sauce. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with noodles and a generous layer of sauce.
Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake:
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish and Serve:
Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
This creamy white chicken lasagna is rich, cheesy, and perfect for a comforting family dinner. Enjoy!
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