Description
A comforting and delicious creamy chicken spinach lasagna that’s perfect for family dinners!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 1 pound dry lasagna noodles (1 box)
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 16 ounces ricotta cheese (1 tub)
- 1 large egg
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 14 ounces quartered artichokes (1 can, drained)
- 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
Instructions
- Boil the lasagna noodles according to package instructions, and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, then add the flour and mix to dissolve.
- Slowly add the heavy cream, whisking to form a roux.
- Whisking slowly, add in the chicken broth.
- Season the sauce with oregano, thyme, salt, and garlic.
- Add the spinach, and stir to wilt.
- Remove the pan from the heat and fold in the shredded chicken until well-incorporated and saucy.
- In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese and egg, mix until smooth.
- Fold in artichokes and ½ cup of the shredded cheese.
- In a large baking dish, start with a single layer of lasagna noodles to cover the bottom.
- Top that with a thick layer of ricotta cheese mixture.
- Add another layer of lasagna noodles.
- Top with a thick layer of the creamy chicken spinach mixture.
- Repeat the layers in the same order, topping with one last layer of lasagna noodles.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the top layer of noodles.
- Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.
- Broil for 1-2 minutes to brown the cheese on top (optional).
- Let the lasagna rest for about 10 minutes, then serve warm.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding more spices or cheeses of your choice.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg