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Our Chicken Alfredo Lasagna is here to shake things up. This rich, creamy, cheesy extravaganza is a serious upgrade from traditional lasagna. Thanks to the convenience of rotisserie chicken, it’s an easy recipe that saves you time without compromising flavor.
Layers of perfectly cooked pasta, melted cheese, and savory herbs mingle with a creamy white sauce. It’s the perfect choice when you want something comforting yet impressive without spending all day in the kitchen.
Here is Why This Recipe Works
Quick and Easy: Don’t have time to cook chicken from scratch? Rotisserie chicken to the rescue, making this recipe a breeze.
Rich and Creamy: This white sauce, loaded with heavy cream, whole milk, and Parmesan cheese, makes sure every bite screams, “You deserve this!”
Family Favorite: Let’s be real—everyone’s going to love it, and you’ll be the dinner hero. No bland food here!
If you like this recipe try our creamy sun dried tomato chicken.
The Ingredients
- Meat: Cooked chicken (we used a rotisserie chicken)
- Produce: Shallots, garlic, fresh thyme leaves, fresh parsley
- Pantry: Olive oil, all-purpose flour, dry lasagna pasta sheets.
- Pantry Seasonings: Dry Italian herbs, garlic powder, ground nutmeg, black pepper
- Dairy: Butter, heavy cream, milk, Parmesan cheese, Mozzarella cheese
We made the white sauce from scratch but if you want to take a shortcut and purchase a jar of alfredo sauce, that works too.
Variations to Try: Recipes with a Twist
Spinach and Ricotta Alfredo Chicken Lasagna: Thaw and drain a 10-ounce package of frozen spinach. Spread a layer of ricotta cheese over each layer of pasta. Sprinkle the drained spinach evenly over the chicken in each layer.
Mushroom and Chicken Alfredo Lasagna: Sauté 2 cups of sliced mushrooms (such as cremini or button mushrooms) in olive oil until they are browned and tender. Add the mushrooms to each layer of the lasagna along with the chicken.
Sun-Dried Tomato and Chicken Alfredo Lasagna: Chop 1 cup of sun-dried tomatoes and add them to each layer along with the chicken. You can also sprinkle a little bit of the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
If you love the creamy white sauce in this recipe, try our vegetable lasagna or our authentic Italian seafood lasagna.
Helpful Tips for Making Chicken Alfredo Lasagna
- If you want to add frozen spinach, make sure to thaw and drain it well to avoid excess moisture in the lasagna.
- When you cook the pasta, make sure to use plenty of salt in the water. This is your chance to season the pasta from the inside out.
- Cook the pasta to al dente, as they will continue to cook in the oven and absorb the sauce.
- Cover the lasagna with foil during the first half of baking to prevent the cheese from browning too quickly.
- Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes after baking. This helps it set and makes it easier to cut and serve.
Storing Leftovers
Allow the lasagna to cool to room temperature before storing it.
Refrigeration: Cover the lasagna with plastic wrap or aluminum foil, or transfer it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing: To freeze, wrap the entire lasagna tightly in plastic wrap, then cover it with aluminum foil or place it in a freezer-safe container. Label with the date and freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheating: Thaw the frozen lasagna in the refrigerator overnight. Reheat in a 350°F oven, covered with foil, for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. For quicker reheating, microwave individual portions until warm.
With the convenience of rotisserie chicken, this alfredo lasagna is perfect for those busy nights when you want something hearty without all the hassle.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large shallots, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic , grated or minced
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 tablespoon dry Italian herbs, powder in a mortar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, freshly ground
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups cooked chicken , chopped from a rotisserie chicken
- 3-½ cups shredded Mozzarella cheese, reserve ½ cup
- 3 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 16 oz dry lasagna noodles, 16 oz.
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and adjust the rack to the center position. Coat a 9×13-inch baking pan with non-stick oil spray, reserve.
- Set a large skillet over medium heat and swirl 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over the bottom. Add the shallots to the skillet and sauté, stirring frequently, until they begin to soften. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the butter and when it has melted, sprinkle the flour over the mixture cook, stirring often, about 2-3 minutes.
- Slowly, pour in the cream and milk, whisking until blended. Whisk in the Italian herbs, garlic powder and black pepper. Cook until the sauce has thickened.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and grate the nutmeg in, stir to combine. Cover the sauce and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat, add the pasta and cook until tested to al-dente. Do not over cook. Drain the noodles in a colander and place on a plate.
To Assemble the Lasagna
- Note: There will be 3 layers to the lasagna. Begin with ¼ of the sauce and ending with ¼ of the sauce and topped with Mozzarella cheese.
- Add ¼ of the sauce to the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Place 4 lasagna noodles, slightly overlapping, on the sauce. Add 1 cup of the Mozzarella, ⅓ of the chicken, 1 tablespoon of the thyme and ¼ of the sauce.
- Repeat the layers two more times, lasagna, Mozzarella, chicken, thyme, ¼ of the sauce, ending with the last (¼) of the sauce. Top with the reserved cheese.
- Coat a sheet of aluminum foil with oil spray and lightly cover the dish, oil side down, and transfer the dish to the oven and bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and continue to bake for another 15-20 minutes until bubbly around the edges and lightly browned
- Transfer the dish from the oven and allow to rest for 10 minutes, sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve.
Notes
- Cooking the noodles to al-dente will allow them to continue cooking during baking without becoming over done.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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This was delicious!
That looks incredibly delicious!
angiesrecipes
thanks Angie!