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A rich and creamy chicken, mushroom and spinach lasagna in a white baking dish with a bubbling golden mozzarella crust and fresh basil garnish.

Creamy Chicken, Mushroom, and Spinach Lasagna

Rich layers of shredded chicken, earthy cremini mushrooms, tender baby spinach, and melted mozzarella nestled in a luxurious garlic parmesan béchamel sauce.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

  • 12 lasagna noodles boiled or oven-ready
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 6 oz fresh baby spinach
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk warmed
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 3 cups mozzarella cheese shredded (divided)
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Sauté Vegetables:
  1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté sliced cremini mushrooms for 5-6 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add remaining oil and minced garlic, sautéing for 30 seconds. Toss in fresh spinach, cooking for 1-2 minutes until completely wilted. Drain all excess liquid thoroughly.
Make Béchamel Sauce:
  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour for 1-2 minutes. Gradually pour in warmed milk, whisking constantly until smooth. Simmer for 4-5 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Assemble:
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom, followed by a layer of noodles. Distribute a portion of chicken, spinach, mushrooms, white sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat layers, finishing with noodles, remaining sauce, mozzarella, and a few decorative mushroom slices on top.
Bake and Rest:
  1. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for 15 minutes until golden and bubbling (broil for 1-2 minutes if desired). Let rest for 15 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil, chopped parsley, and cracked black pepper before slicing.

Notes

  • Shortcut Tip: Use a pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to cut down on prep time.
  • Moisture Control: Squeezing the water out of your wilted spinach prevents your white sauce layers from turning watery.