Rosemary Chicken Layers (Print)

Layers of tender chicken, béchamel, mozzarella, and rosemary create a comforting Italian favorite.

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken and Seasonings

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Sauce

07 - 3 cups whole milk
08 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
09 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
10 - ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
11 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Pasta and Assembly

12 - 12 no-boil lasagna noodles
13 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
14 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)

→ Optional

15 - 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped

# Instructions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 375°F.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add garlic and rosemary, sauté 1 minute until fragrant; stir in shredded chicken, salt, and pepper, toss well, then remove from heat.
03 - Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour and cook 1 minute; gradually add milk while whisking until thickened, 5 to 7 minutes; season with nutmeg and stir in Parmesan cheese, remove from heat.
04 - If using, fold chopped spinach into the chicken mixture.
05 - Spread thin béchamel layer in a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer 3 noodles over sauce; top with one-third chicken mixture, one-quarter béchamel, and one-quarter mozzarella; repeat twice; end with final noodles, remaining béchamel, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
06 - Cover assembled dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
07 - Remove foil and continue baking for 10 to 15 minutes until surface is golden and bubbling.
08 - Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing to serve.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • Combines tender chicken and aromatic rosemary for a flavorful main dish.
  • Creamy béchamel sauce adds a rich, velvety texture unique to this lasagna.
  • Easy layering process using no-boil noodles saves preparation time.
  • Perfectly balanced with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses for a cheesy, golden crust.
  • Customizable with optional baby spinach for added freshness and color.
02 -
  • Ensure the béchamel sauce is fully thickened before layering to prevent soggy noodles.
  • Let the lasagna rest after baking to allow layers to set, making it easier to slice.
  • Fresh rosemary enhances flavor but can be substituted with dried rosemary in a pinch; reduce quantity accordingly.
  • Use foil to cover the dish during most of the baking to keep moisture in, then uncover at the end to brown the cheese.
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