Chicken Alfredo Lasagna (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Alfredo Sauce

01 - 56 g unsalted butter
02 - 30 g all-purpose flour
03 - 480 ml heavy whipping cream
04 - 100 g grated Parmesan cheese

→ Chicken

05 - 900 g boneless skinless chicken breasts
06 - 30 ml olive oil
07 - 10 g seasoned salt
08 - 5 g garlic powder
09 - 5 g onion powder
10 - 5 g Italian seasoning
11 - 2 g ground black pepper

→ Cheese Layers

12 - 450 g ricotta cheese
13 - 1 large egg
14 - 120 g shredded mozzarella cheese
15 - 120 g shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)

→ Pasta and Vegetables

16 - 12 sheets lasagna noodles
17 - 60 g fresh baby spinach (optional)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add a small drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking, then cook the lasagna sheets according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - Drizzle 15 ml olive oil over chicken breasts, then season both sides generously with seasoned salt, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
03 - Heat 15 ml olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned chicken breasts for 4 to 5 minutes per side until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 74°C. Remove from skillet and chop into bite-sized pieces.
04 - In the same skillet over low heat with browned bits remaining, melt butter completely. Whisk in flour until smooth to form a roux, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes. Gradually add heavy cream while whisking continuously until the sauce simmers. Stir in Parmesan cheese, diced chicken, and fresh spinach. Allow spinach to wilt, then remove from heat.
05 - In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, ricotta cheese, and 60 g shredded mozzarella cheese until combined. Set aside.
06 - Lightly spray a 23x33 cm (9x13 inch) baking dish. Spread a small amount of chicken Alfredo sauce across the bottom. Layer 3 to 4 lasagna noodles on top, followed by a thin layer of the ricotta mixture and then chicken Alfredo sauce. Repeat layering two more times until all ingredients are used.
07 - Top the final layer with remaining 60 g shredded mozzarella cheese. Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 175°C for 30 to 45 minutes. For a golden crust, remove foil and broil for 2 to 3 minutes, watching carefully.
08 - Allow the dish to rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing to set layers and prevent a watery texture. Serve warm.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - Add a drizzle of olive oil to the boiling pasta water to keep noodles from sticking and tearing during layering.
02 - Using a homemade roux ensures Alfredo sauce thickness and prevents a soupy outcome.
03 - Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3–4 days; freezing is not recommended due to texture changes.