Creamy Chicken Spinach Lasagna
Creamy Chicken Spinach Lasagna is a rich, cozy dish that combines tender chicken, fresh spinach, and creamy cheeses in every bite, perfect for family dinners and potlucks.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 9 noodles lasagna noodles
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Can use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- 2 cups fresh spinach Squeeze out excess water to avoid a watery lasagna.
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 jar alfredo sauce (about 24 oz) Can substitute with light tomato cream sauce for a tangy twist.
- 1 each egg
- to taste Salt and pepper
- to taste Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions and drain.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Layering
- Spread a layer of alfredo sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Layer three lasagna noodles over the sauce.
- Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, then half of the cooked chicken and spinach.
- Sprinkle a third of the mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of noodles and remaining alfredo sauce on top.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
Baking
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Serve warm in square portions paired with a simple green salad or garlic bread. For storage, cool to room temperature before refrigerating for up to 3-4 days or freeze wrapped in foil for up to 2 months.