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A generous square slice of homemade chicken lasagna on a white plate, showcasing the creamy layers of white sauce, tender chicken, and melted cheese.

Chicken Lasagna Bake: The Ultimate Creamy Recipe

This Chicken Lasagna Bake is the ultimate comfort food! An easy, keyword-rich recipe featuring tender chicken, a creamy homemade white sauce, and layers of bubbly, golden-brown cheese. Perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 580

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 lasagna noodles cooked according to package directions
  • 3 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated, divided
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 3 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch Baking Dish
  • 1 Large Saucepan
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly. Add garlic powder, onion powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer, stirring often, until the sauce thickens (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, egg, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley until well combined.
  4. Spread a thin layer of white sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer with noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, half of the shredded chicken, one-third of the mozzarella, and one-third of the white sauce.
  5. Repeat the layers once more: noodles, the remaining ricotta mixture, remaining chicken, another third of the mozzarella, and another third of the white sauce.
  6. Add a final layer of noodles. Top with the remaining white sauce, the rest of the mozzarella, and the remaining Parmesan cheese.
  7. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  8. Let the lasagna rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Tip 1: For the best flavor and melt, shred your own mozzarella and Parmesan cheese from a block.
Tip 2: Don't skip the resting step! It's crucial for letting the layers set, which makes slicing much cleaner.
Tip 3: Rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver for this recipe.