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Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo Lasagna

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This Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo Lasagna combines tender chicken, a homemade garlicky Alfredo sauce, and layers of gooey cheese for a comforting Italian-inspired dinner. It’s creamy, flavorful, and perfect for both weeknights and special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 12 lasagna noodles (regular or no-boil)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • Chopped fresh parsley or basil (optional, for garnish)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Spinach, sautéed and squeezed dry (optional, for extra veggies)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, toss cooked, shredded chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and lay flat on a clean towel. (Skip this step if using no-boil noodles.)
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (1-2 minutes), without browning.
  4. Sprinkle in flour, whisking constantly, and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
  5. Slowly pour in milk and heavy cream, whisking to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently, until thickened (4-6 minutes).
  6. Stir in parmesan cheese, nutmeg (if using), and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer another 2 minutes until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth. Remove from heat.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  8. Spoon about 1/2 cup Alfredo sauce on the bottom of the dish.
  9. Layer 3-4 noodles over the sauce. Spread 1/3 of the chicken, dollop 1/3 of the ricotta, sprinkle with 1/3 of the mozzarella, and pour over about 1 cup Alfredo sauce.
  10. Repeat layers twice more: noodles, chicken, ricotta, mozzarella, sauce.
  11. Top with a final layer of noodles and remaining Alfredo sauce. Sprinkle with any leftover cheese.
  12. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15-20 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
  13. Optional: Broil for 2-3 minutes for a crispier cheese top.
  14. Let lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, use freshly grated cheese and whole-milk ricotta. Let the lasagna rest before slicing for clean pieces. To make gluten-free, use GF noodles and flour. Add sautéed spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies. Leftovers keep well and taste even better the next day.

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