Chicken Cheese Lasagna

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Advanced
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A creamy, layered casserole with tender chicken, rich cheese sauce, and pasta baked to golden perfection
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Chicken Cheese Lasagna

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12 Calories: 1425.3

Description

This Chicken Cheese Lasagna is a comforting, family-friendly dinner that combines tender cooked chicken with a velvety white cheese sauce. The dish features layers of uncooked noodles, creamy cottage cheese, and melted mozzarella, all seasoned with garlic, basil, and oregano for authentic Italian flavor. Its hearty enough to satisfy hungry appetites yet simple enough for a busy weeknight. The creamy sauce clings to every layer, while the parmesan topping adds a savory crunch. Perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd, this lasagna delivers warm, home-style comfort in every bite.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F (175C).
  2. In a large saucepan, heat margarine over low heat until melted, then add crushed garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in flour and salt, cooking and stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth, ensuring no lumps form.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly, then boil for 1 minute to thicken the sauce.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in shredded mozzarella, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, chopped onions, basil, oregano, and white pepper.
  7. Return to low heat and stir gently until the mozzarella is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
  8. Spread 1 1/2 cups of the cheese sauce evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  9. Layer 4 uncooked lasagna noodles over the sauce, overlapping them if necessary to cover the bottom.
  10. Spread half of the fat-free cottage cheese evenly over the noodles.
  11. Repeat the layering with 1/4 cup of cheese sauce, 4 more noodles, and the remaining cottage cheese.
  12. Add the cooked chicken pieces (if not already mixed in) and any optional spinach, then top with 1/4 cup of cheese sauce.
  13. Place the remaining 2 noodles on top and cover with the remaining cheese sauce.
  14. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese over the top layer.
  15. Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and the top is golden brown.
  16. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing to allow the layers to set.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1425.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 75.3g116%
Saturated Fat 33.0g165%
Cholesterol 265.2mg89%
Sodium 7310.9mg305%
Total Carbohydrate 92.6g31%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g21%
Sugars 10.9g
Protein 95.9g192%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: baking, basil, boiling, broth, cheese, chicken, chopped, cottage, crushed, eggs, fatfree, flour, garlic, italian, lasagna, main, margarine, melted, milk, mozzarella
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