Description

Chicken lasagna is a comforting and delicious dish that combines layers of tender chicken, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella for a satisfying meal. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, bringing everyone together around the table to enjoy cheesy goodness. With its rich flavors and customizable ingredients, this chicken lasagna will quickly become a weeknight favorite.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
9 no-boil lasagna noodles
15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups fresh spinach
2 cups marinara sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with half of the grated Parmesan, dried herbs, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Spread marinara sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Layer noodles, half of the chicken mixture, half of the ricotta mixture, more noodles, remaining chicken mixture, spinach leaves, remaining ricotta mixture, and finish with noodles topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; then remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 200g)
Calories: 410
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 740mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating mushrooms or zucchini between the layers. You can use shredded rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation. Let the lasagna rest for about 10 minutes before slicing to maintain its shape.