Chicken Alfredo Lasagna
This delicious Chicken Alfredo Lasagna combines creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and layered pasta to create a comforting dish that is perfect for family gatherings or weeknight meals.
Equipment
- 1 9x13 inch baking dish
- 1 large skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 spoon or spatula
- 1 whisk
- 1 aluminum foil
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 12 noodles lasagna noodles
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded You can use store-bought rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce Consider low-fat versions for a lighter dish.
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Consider low-fat version for a lighter dish.
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste none salt
- to taste none pepper
- for garnish none fresh parsley Optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- In a large skillet, heat the cooked shredded chicken with half of the Alfredo sauce until warmed through.
- Assemble the lasagna in the baking dish: Start with a layer of Alfredo sauce at the bottom.
- Place 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce, and spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles.
- Add half of the chicken mixture on top, followed by a third of the mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat these layers: another 4 noodles, the remaining ricotta mixture, the remaining chicken mixture, and another third of the mozzarella cheese.
- Top with the last 4 noodles, the remaining Alfredo sauce, remaining mozzarella cheese, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Once done, let the lasagna rest for about 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
You can use store-bought rotisserie chicken for convenience. Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to the layers for added flavor and nutrition. To make the dish lighter, consider using low-fat versions of the cheeses and Alfredo sauce.