Creamy and Cheesy White Cheese Chicken Lasagna Recipe

Indulge in the creamy and cheesy goodness of this white cheese chicken lasagna. Layered with tender chicken, spinach, and a luscious blend of white cheeses, every bite is a burst of flavor. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser. Make it ahead of time and bake it to perfection for a hearty and satisfying meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

• 9 lasagna noodles
• 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups milk
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked and shredded chicken, chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
4. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Stir in the flour and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly.
6. Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook the sauce, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a simmer.
7. Add the dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Stir well to combine.
8. Remove the saucepan from heat.
9. Spread a thin layer of the white sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
10. Place 3 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
11. Spread half of the chicken and cheese mixture over the noodles.
12. Pour 1/3 of the white sauce over the chicken and cheese mixture.
13. Repeat the layers with 3 lasagna noodles, the remaining chicken and cheese mixture, and another 1/3 of the white sauce.
14. Top with the remaining 3 lasagna noodles and pour the remaining white sauce over them.
15. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese over the lasagna.
16. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
17. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
18. Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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