Description
White Chicken Lasagna is a comforting and elegant dish featuring layers of tender shredded chicken, crisp smoked turkey bacon, creamy plant-based cheese, and sautéed greens nestled between delicate pasta sheets. The rich, silky white sauce made with plant-based heavy cream and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce brings smoky and savory depth to every bite. Quick to prepare and customizable with vegetable or herb variations, this lasagna delivers a perfect balance of flavors and textures for a satisfying meal any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
Cheese and Dairy Alternatives
- 2 cups plant-based cheese, shredded
- 1 cup plant-based heavy cream
Pasta
- 12 pasta sheets (fresh or dried)
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, sautéed and drained
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken and Smoked Turkey Bacon: Cook and shred the chicken breast until tender. In a separate pan, cook the smoked turkey bacon until crisp, then chop into bite-sized pieces to provide a smoky, hearty protein base.
- Make the Creamy White Sauce: Sauté finely chopped garlic and onions in a saucepan over medium heat until fragrant and translucent. Add the plant-based heavy cream, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Gradually stir in the natural gelling agent and continue to simmer gently, stirring, until the sauce thickens to a luscious consistency that coats the back of a spoon.
- Layer the Lasagna: Spread a thin layer of the creamy white sauce evenly on the bottom of a baking dish. Add a layer of pasta sheets, followed by shredded chicken, smoked turkey bacon, sautéed greens, and a generous sprinkle of plant-based cheese. Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a final layer of white sauce and plant-based cheese on top.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the assembled lasagna for 30 to 40 minutes until bubbling and golden on top. Allow it to rest for 10 minutes before slicing so the layers set nicely and the flavors meld beautifully.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to help the sauce and cheese melt evenly during baking.
- Do not overcook the pasta sheets; slightly undercooked pasta prevents sogginess after baking.
- Drain greens well to avoid watery lasagna.
- Customize your cheese blend with different plant-based cheeses for better melting and complexity.
- Let the lasagna rest after baking to improve slice-ability and flavor integration.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: white chicken lasagna, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, creamy white sauce, easy lasagna recipe, dairy-free lasagna, gluten free
