Rosemary Chicken Lasagna (Printable)

Tender chicken and fresh rosemary combine in creamy, cheesy layers for a rich, satisfying Italian meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken and Seasonings

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Sauce

07 - 3 cups whole milk
08 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
09 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
10 - ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
11 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Pasta and Assembly

12 - 12 no-boil lasagna noodles
13 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
14 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping

→ Optional

15 - 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Set oven temperature to 375°F.
02 - In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add garlic and rosemary; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in shredded chicken, salt, and pepper; combine well and remove from heat.
03 - Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add milk while whisking constantly until sauce thickens, about 5 to 7 minutes. Season with nutmeg and blend in Parmesan. Remove from heat.
04 - If desired, mix chopped spinach into the chicken mixture.
05 - Spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce. Layer one-third of the chicken mixture, one-quarter of béchamel, and one-quarter of mozzarella cheese. Repeat two more times. Top final layer with remaining noodles, béchamel, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
06 - Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
07 - Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until golden and bubbling.
08 - Let sit for 10 minutes prior to slicing and serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Comforting and flavorful with fresh rosemary
  • Perfect way to use leftover cooked chicken
02 -
  • This lasagna contains milk, wheat (gluten), and, if using some noodles, egg. Always verify labels for allergens.
  • No-boil noodles save time, but ensure your sauce is slightly thin for proper pasta cooking.
03 -
  • Use low-fat milk and part-skim cheeses for a lighter version.
  • Add roasted vegetables or sautéed mushrooms for more flavor.
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