Description
Layers of rich Creamy Cheesy Chicken Lasagna unfold with Italian-inspired comfort and bold flavor profiles. Melted cheese, tender chicken, and silky sauce combine into a hearty meal that brings family and friends together around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 rotisserie chicken (shredded or chopped)
- 6–8 slices cooked bacon (crumbled)
Cheese and Dairy:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese (cubed)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 cans (12 ounces / 354 milliliters each) evaporated milk
Noodles and Seasonings:
- 9–12 lasagna noodles (cooked according to package directions)
- 2 packets ranch seasoning mix (1 ounce / 28 grams each)
Optional Add-Ins:
- Sauteed mushrooms
- Spinach
- Diced onions
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F, creating the perfect environment for a bubbling culinary masterpiece.
- Prepare lasagna noodles according to package instructions, ensuring they’re tender and ready for layering.
- Transform bacon into crispy crumbles by cooking until golden and crunchy, then set aside for a flavor-packed topping.
- Craft a luxurious ranch-infused sauce by whisking evaporated milk with ranch seasoning in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Incorporate cream cheese cubes into the simmering mixture, stirring until the sauce becomes velvety smooth and slightly bubbling.
- Fold shredded chicken into the creamy sauce, ensuring each morsel is generously coated with the rich, tangy mixture.
- Establish a foundation in your baking dish by spreading a thin layer of the chicken-sauce blend, preventing potential sticking.
- Build alternating layers of lasagna noodles, chicken sauce, and a harmonious blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses.
- Continue layering methodically, concluding with a decadent topping of cheese and those crispy bacon crumbles.
- Shield the lasagna with foil and slide into the preheated oven, allowing it to bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover the dish, returning it to the oven to achieve a golden, bubbling cheese crust for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Allow the lasagna to rest and settle for 10 minutes, enabling the layers to stabilize and making serving effortless.
Notes
- Swap lasagna noodles with gluten-free alternatives for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring everyone can enjoy this comforting dish.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium ranch seasoning packets and selecting reduced-fat cheese options without compromising flavor intensity.
- Enhance protein content by incorporating additional shredded rotisserie chicken or mixing in diced grilled vegetables like zucchini or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Prepare ahead by assembling the lasagna the night before and refrigerating, which allows flavors to meld and simplifies weeknight meal preparation.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg