Creamy Chicken Lasagna with White Sauce: An Irresistible Comfort Dish

If you are looking for a recipe that will turn your lunch or dinner into a true feast, you are in the right place. We present you with this delicious and irresistible Chicken Lasagna with White Sauce. Get ready for an explosion of flavors and a unique culinary experience. This chicken lasagna is a classic comfort food choice, and the creamy white sauce adds a special touch that will win over your palate. Let’s find out how to prepare this culinary masterpiece.

Ingredients:

Filling:

• 1.1 lbs (approx. 500g) shredded cooked chicken
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup chicken broth (reserved from cooking the chicken)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Béchamel Sauce (White Sauce):

• 4 cups (1 liter) whole milk
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
• Salt and nutmeg to taste

Base:

• 9 oz (approx. 250g) fresh lasagna sheets
• 14 oz (approx. 400g) mozzarella cheese, sliced
• 5 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

How to Prepare Chicken Lasagna with White Sauce:

Filling:

1. In a pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion until golden.
2. Add the garlic and, after one minute, incorporate the shredded chicken.
3. Stir in the tomato paste and chicken broth. Simmer until the chicken is slightly dry but flavorful. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

Béchamel Sauce:

1. Over low heat, melt the butter in a saucepan.
2. Add the flour and whisk quickly to combine.
3. Cook for about two minutes, until it smells slightly toasted.
4. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly until it begins to boil and thicken.
5. Cook for an additional three minutes after it reaches a boil.
6. Season with salt and a pinch of nutmeg.

Assembling the Lasagna:

1. Spread a thin layer of white sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
2. Add a layer of lasagna sheets and half of the chicken mixture.
3. Continue alternating layers of white sauce, pasta, mozzarella, and chicken.
4. Finish with a generous layer of white sauce topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
5. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20 to 25 minutes, until bubbling and golden on top.

Pro Tip:

For an even more irresistible lasagna, try adding sautéed vegetables to the filling. Zucchini and spinach are excellent choices to make the recipe more nutritious and flavorful.

Prep Time and Servings:

The total preparation time is approximately 45 minutes, and this recipe serves 6 to 8 people—perfect for gathering family around the table.

Fun Fact:

Did you know that lasagna has ancient origins? The dish has been known since Ancient Rome, where layers of pasta were interleaved with meat and sauces.

However, the modern version of lasagna as we know it today was developed during the Middle Ages in Italy.