Description
This Chicken Alfredo Lasagna recipe combines tender shredded chicken with creamy Alfredo sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses layered between lasagna noodles. Enhanced with Italian seasoning and optional fresh spinach, it bakes to a golden, bubbly perfection perfect for a comforting family dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Lasagna Layers
- 9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 3 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
Ricotta Mixture
- 1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the lasagna evenly.
- Prepare Ricotta Mixture: In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth and set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Layer Sauce: Spread 1/2 cup of Alfredo sauce evenly on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and start the layering process.
- Assemble Lasagna Layers: Place 3 cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce. Then spread one-third of the ricotta mixture evenly over the noodles, followed by one-third of the shredded chicken. Add a handful of fresh spinach if using, then sprinkle one-third of the shredded mozzarella cheese and a light sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese. Drizzle some Alfredo sauce over this layer.
- Repeat Layers Twice: Repeat the layering process two more times, ending with a final layer of Alfredo sauce topped generously with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses for a golden finish.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to keep moisture in. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- Uncover and Continue Baking: Remove the foil carefully and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the lasagna is bubbly and the cheese is golden brown.
- Rest before Serving: Remove from oven and let the lasagna rest for about 10 minutes to set, which aids in easier slicing and serving.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for a pop of color and fresh flavor before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and convenient shortcut without compromising flavor.
- To lighten the dish, opt for low-fat ricotta cheese and reduce the amount of cheese slightly.
- This lasagna freezes well—assemble it completely and freeze before baking for easy meal prep.
