Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven (375°F/190°C) Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly greasing a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they become translucent.
- Prepare the Chicken Add the pre-cooked shredded chicken to the skillet, mixing it with the onions and garlic. Warm through, then set aside.
- Combine Ricotta Mixture In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of Parmesan, the egg, fresh basil, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper, mixing well.
- Layering Begins Spread a thin layer of béchamel or Alfredo sauce over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Lay 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce, then spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles. Top with half of the chicken mixture, 1 cup of mozzarella, and a third of the remaining béchamel sauce.
- Repeat Layers Repeat the layers, starting with noodles and continuing with ricotta mixture, chicken mixture, mozzarella, and béchamel sauce.
- Final Touch Top the second layer of béchamel sauce with the final 3 noodles, the last third of the béchamel sauce, remaining mozzarella, and 1/2 cup of Parmesan. If using, sprinkle nutmeg over the top.
- Bake to Perfection Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden.
- Let It Set Allow the lasagna to stand for 10 minutes before cutting to let the layers set.
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