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White Chicken Lasagna

Creamy White Chicken Lasagna: Comfort Food at Its Best

This Creamy White Chicken Lasagna is a comforting dish with layers of tender noodles, creamy pesto béchamel, and melty cheese, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lasagna Layers
  • 12 ounces Lasagna Noodles Cook until al dente.
  • 3 cups Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella For a gooey topping.
For the Pesto Béchamel
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can swap with olive oil.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour is a good alternative.
  • 3 cups Whole Milk Can substitute with half-and-half.
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto Frozen pesto works well.
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese is a lighter substitute.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Pecorino is a robust alternative.
  • 1 large Egg Omit for a vegetarian version.
  • 2 tablespoons Dried or Fresh Basil Use fresh for a punchier taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can replace for bolder flavor.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Medium saucepan
  • Large Baking Dish
  • Colander
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the noodles until al dente in salted boiling water, drain and lay flat on a clean towel.
  2. Prepare the pesto béchamel by creating a roux with butter and flour, then slowly whisking in milk and pesto.
  3. Mix together ricotta, Parmesan, egg, basil, and seasonings until creamy.
  4. Assemble layers starting with béchamel, noodles, cheese mixture, chicken, and mozzarella, repeating until ingredients are used up.
  5. Bake in the oven at 375°F for 35-40 minutes until golden brown, then let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  6. Garnish with fresh basil and olive oil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use store-bought pesto for quicker prep time. This dish can easily be customized with vegetables for a vegetarian option.

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