If you’re looking for a delicious twist on traditional lasagna, this Chicken Lasagna Recipe will quickly become a favorite. Featuring tender shredded chicken, creamy white sauce, layers of cheese, and soft lasagna noodles, it’s the ultimate comfort dish that’s surprisingly easy to put together. Whether you’re making it for a family dinner, a potluck, or meal prep, this recipe guarantees rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth goodness.
Let’s dive into how to make this amazing dish!
⭐ Ingredients
For the Chicken Layer
3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
2 cups ricotta cheese
1 egg
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1 cup grated Parmesan
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
For the White Sauce (Béchamel)
4 tbsp butter
4 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp nutmeg (optional but highly recommended)
Salt & pepper
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan
Other Ingredients
9–12 lasagna noodles (cooked, unless using oven-ready)
2 cups shredded mozzarella (for topping)
Fresh parsley for garnish
⭐ Instructions
1. Make the Chicken Filling
In a large bowl, combine:
ricotta
egg
mozzarella
Parmesan
seasonings
shredded chicken
Mix well until everything is evenly blended.
2. Prepare the White Sauce
Melt butter in a saucepan.
Add flour to create a smooth roux.
Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Slowly pour in the milk, whisking to avoid lumps.
Add garlic, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Simmer until it thickens to a creamy sauce.
Stir in Parmesan until melted.
3. Assemble the Lasagna
In a large baking dish:
Spread a thin layer of white sauce on the bottom.
Add the first layer of lasagna noodles.
Spread half the chicken filling.
Drizzle white sauce over it.
Add another noodle layer.
Repeat chicken + sauce.
Finish with the final noodles, the remaining white sauce, and the mozzarella topping.
4. Bake
Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes.
Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbling.
Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
⭐ Serving Ideas
Pair with garlic bread
Serve with Caesar or garden salad
Top with fresh parsley or basil
⭐ Tips for the Best Chicken Lasagna
✔ Use rotisserie chicken for speed and flavor
✔ Season each layer lightly so the flavor pops
✔ Don’t skip the rest time—it helps the lasagna set
✔ Make ahead: assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking
✔ Freezer-friendly: freeze baked or unbaked for up to 2 months
⭐ Variations
Spinach Chicken Lasagna
Stir 2 cups of chopped sautéed spinach into the chicken filling.
Chicken Alfredo Lasagna
Replace white sauce with your favorite Alfredo sauce for extra richness.
Veggie-Loaded
Add mushrooms, zucchini, or roasted peppers between layers.
Pesto Chicken
Mix 1/4 cup pesto into the chicken mixture for bright, herbal flavor.