Description
Comfort meets culinary magic in this Creamy Chicken Lasagna Delight, weaving Italian tradition with home-style warmth. Rich layers of tender chicken, velvety sauce, and melted cheese promise a satisfying meal you’ll savor with pure pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- Extra cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a spacious skillet, warm olive oil over medium temperature. Gently sauté diced onions until they transform into a soft, translucent landscape, releasing their delicate aromatics.
- Introduce minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes, allowing these fragrant companions to dance and bloom for approximately one minute, creating a rich flavor foundation.
- Stream chicken broth into the skillet and fold in tender shredded chicken. Allow the liquid to reach a gentle, rolling simmer, melding the ingredients into a harmonious base.
- Carefully add broken lasagna noodles directly into the liquid, permitting them to cook and absorb the surrounding flavors. Maintain a gentle bubble until the pasta reaches a perfect al dente texture, typically 10-12 minutes.
- Lower the heat, transforming the mixture into a velvety canvas. Gradually incorporate heavy cream, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, stirring consistently until the texture becomes uniformly smooth and luxuriously creamy.
- Sample the creation, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper to elevate the dish’s flavor profile. Ladle into serving bowls, crowning with fresh herbs and an optional sprinkle of additional cheese for a final touch of indulgence.
Notes
- Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners when you want comfort food that comes together quickly in one pot.
- Transforms traditional lasagna into a creamy, soupy version that’s easier to prepare and just as delicious.
- Leftover cooked chicken works wonderfully, making this an excellent recipe for using up extra rotisserie or grilled chicken.
- Break lasagna noodles into smaller pieces to create a rustic, hearty texture that absorbs all the delicious creamy flavors.
- Customize the heat level by adjusting red pepper flakes or adding your favorite herbs and spices to suit your taste preferences.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, gently reheating on the stovetop to maintain creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg