Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Recipe
This Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Recipe layers tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, and pasta for a rich, cheesy comfort dinner everyone loves.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Medium saucepan
- Large pot (for boiling pasta)
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Wooden spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- Cheese grater
- Whisk
- Aluminum foil
- Colander
Ingredients
For the Alfredo Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 ½ cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Lasagna
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Optional garnish:
- Extra parmesan
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Lasagna Noodles
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay them flat so they do not stick together.
Step 2: Prepare the Alfredo Sauce
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and milk, stirring gently with a whisk. Allow the mixture to simmer for several minutes.
- Gradually add the parmesan cheese while whisking until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
Step 3: Prepare the Chicken Filling
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and chopped parsley. Stir until well mixed.
Step 4: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 5: Assemble the Lasagna
- Spread a thin layer of Alfredo sauce across the bottom of your baking dish.
- Add a layer of lasagna noodles.
- Spread some of the chicken and ricotta mixture on top, followed by Alfredo sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
- Finish with Alfredo sauce and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
Step 6: Bake
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
Step 7: Rest and Serve
- Allow the lasagna to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing. This helps the layers hold together beautifully.
- Serve warm and enjoy.