Chicken Lasagne

This Chicken Lasagne is a comforting twist on the classic Italian favorite, swapping heavy meat for tender chicken and vibrant spinach. The dish features a luscious white sauce made from butter and flour, enriched with cottage cheese for a creamy, protein-packed texture. Layers of cooked lasagne noodles are nestled between the chicken mixture and melted mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, creating a hearty and satisfying meal. Its perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a warm, home-style embrace in every bite. The dried basil adds a subtle herbal note that ties the rich flavors together beautifully.

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling, Stewing

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 6

Calories: 1427.5

Description

This Chicken Lasagne is a comforting twist on the classic Italian favorite, swapping heavy meat for tender chicken and vibrant spinach. The dish features a luscious white sauce made from butter and flour, enriched with cottage cheese for a creamy, protein-packed texture. Layers of cooked lasagne noodles are nestled between the chicken mixture and melted mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, creating a hearty and satisfying meal. Its perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a warm, home-style embrace in every bite. The dried basil adds a subtle herbal note that ties the rich flavors together beautifully.

Ingredients

1/2 cup Butter or margarine
1/2 cup Flour
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Basil,dried leaf
3 cup Chicken broth from Simmered+
2 1/2 cup Chicken from Simmered Chick+
1 Egg,lightly beaten
2 cup Cottage cheese,creamed
1/2 pound Lasagne noodles,cooked/drain
1 package Spinach,frozen,thawed/draine
1/4 pound Mozzarella cheese,thin slice
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese,grated

Directions

1
Preheat your oven to 350F (175C).
2
Cook the lasagne noodles in boiling salted water according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
3
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
4
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and comes to a gentle simmer.
5
Stir in the salt, dried basil, and cooked chicken. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
6
In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, beaten egg, and thawed, drained spinach. Mix well.
7
Fold the chicken and sauce mixture into the spinach and cottage cheese blend.
8
Spread a thin layer of the chicken-spinach mixture in the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
9
Layer half of the cooked lasagne noodles over the mixture, followed by half of the remaining chicken-spinach mixture.
10
Repeat the layers with the remaining noodles and chicken-spinach mixture.
11
Top with the sliced mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.
12
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
13
Let the lasagne rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1427.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 80.0g124%
Saturated Fat 27.7g139%
Cholesterol 355.5mg119%
Sodium 4198.7mg175%
Total Carbohydrate 38.7g13%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g8%
Sugars 4.0g
Protein 120.7g242%

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

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