Description

This creamy White Chicken Lasagna is a hearty and elegant meal featuring tender shredded chicken, layers of luscious plant-based cheese, and savory herbs. With a rich, velvety sauce made from plant-based cheese and a natural gelling agent, paired with smoky crispy smoked turkey bacon, this dish balances comfort and sophistication, making it perfect for family dinners and special occasions.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein

2 large tender chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
100g smoked turkey bacon, cooked and crispy

Lasagna Base

12 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente

Sauce and Cheese

1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tsp natural gelling agent (such as pectin or agar)
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Poach or bake the chicken breasts until tender, then shred them carefully using two forks to ensure juicy, evenly textured meat perfect for layering.
Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: Crisp the smoked turkey bacon pieces in a skillet until golden and crunchy. Drain the excess fat on paper towels and set aside.
Make the Creamy Sauce: Sauté garlic and onion in a pan until translucent and fragrant. Whisk in plant-based cheese, the natural gelling agent, apple cider vinegar (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), fresh parsley, and thyme. Simmer gently while stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy in texture.
Assemble the Layers: In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of the creamy sauce. Lay down lasagna noodles, then add shredded chicken, crispy smoked turkey bacon, and more sauce. Repeat the layering process, finishing with a generous top layer of sauce and plant-based cheese.
Bake Until Bubbling: Cover the assembled lasagna with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to brown the top beautifully.

Notes

Use just enough natural gelling agent to achieve a creamy, thick sauce without making it too dense.
Shred chicken while still warm for better mixing and flavor absorption.
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes after baking to set the layers and prevent it from falling apart.
Fresh parsley and thyme add brightness that dried herbs cannot match.
Cook lasagna noodles al dente to avoid mushiness during baking.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of recipe)
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 450 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 28 g
Cholesterol: 65 mg

Keywords: White Chicken Lasagna, creamy lasagna, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, family dinner, comforting meal