Creamy chicken lasagna is a delightful twist on the classic lasagna recipe, featuring layers of tender chicken, creamy sauce, cheese, and lasagna noodles. Here’s a simple recipe for making creamy chicken lasagna:
Ingredients:
- 9 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the Lasagna Noodles:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken Mixture:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the cooked chicken to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Assemble the Lasagna:
- Spread a thin layer of the creamy sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Place three lasagna noodles over the sauce.
- Spread half of the chicken mixture over the noodles.
- Pour half of the remaining creamy sauce over the chicken.
- Sprinkle 1/3 of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Repeat the layers: noodles, remaining chicken mixture, remaining sauce, and another 1/3 of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Top with the final layer of noodles and the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake the Lasagna:
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the lasagna is heated through.
- Serve:
- Let the creamy chicken lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.
This creamy chicken lasagna is a comforting and satisfying meal that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Enjoy its rich and flavorful layers!
