Description
Indulge in a comforting dish of Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Lasagna. This rich and creamy lasagna layers tender chicken, a luscious garlic Parmesan sauce, and gooey melted cheeses, making it the perfect hearty meal for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
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12 lasagna noodles
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cooked and shredded
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cups heavy cream
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
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1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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1 tbsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
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Cook Lasagna Noodles: Boil lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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Prepare Sauce: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Stir until the sauce thickens.
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Combine Chicken & Ricotta: Stir in the shredded chicken and ricotta cheese. Add Italian seasoning and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
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Assemble Lasagna: In a 9×13 baking dish, layer noodles, chicken mixture, and a little more mozzarella. Repeat layers and top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
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Bake & Serve: Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
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For a healthier version, you can substitute the heavy cream with a lower-fat cream or milk.
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Feel free to substitute the chicken with cooked turkey or a vegetarian option such as sautéed mushrooms.
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Prepare the lasagna ahead of time and refrigerate overnight before baking for an easy, make-ahead meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the lasagna)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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