Classic Chicken Lasagna
Classic Chicken Lasagna is a hearty baked pasta dish featuring layers of flat lasagna noodles, seasoned shredded chicken, creamy béchamel or ricotta, tomato sauce, and melted cheese. It's a popular Italian-American comfort food, often made with a blend of mozzarella, Parmesan, and herbs for a rich, savory flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the chicken and cheese, but also contains significant fat and carbohydrates from the pasta and creamy layers. A typical serving provides around 500-700 calories, along with calcium, iron, and B vitamins.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Calcium | 300 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 350 mg |
| Zinc | 3 mg |
Per 1 piece (280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Unlike traditional meat lasagna, the chicken version offers a lighter protein alternative while maintaining the indulgent, layered texture that makes lasagna a beloved comfort food worldwide.
