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When I first created my Italian Chicken Sausage Ravioli Lasagna, I was super excited to discover such an easy way to make a fabulous Italian dinner with all the appeal of traditional lasagna, but minus the fuss of boiling noodles and juggling multiple components. That same shortcut magic inspired this Italian Chicken and Spinach Ravioli Lasagna, another easy, crowd-pleasing recipe that feels special enough for guests, but simple enough for everyday dinners.
This fresh variation takes things in a slightly lighter direction with lean chicken breast, tender spinach, pillowy cheese ravioli, and a silky Parmesan sauce. It's still every bit as comforting and indulgent as a classic white lasagna, just with a fresher, brighter twist that makes it perfect for any time of year!
What's to love about this Chicken and Spinach Ravioli Lasagna?
There's so much to love about this cozy, creamy casserole, but what makes it truly special is how effortlessly it comes together while still feeling worthy of company. It has all the comfort of a classic lasagna, but with a smart shortcut that makes it wonderfully easy.
- No-boil, no-fuss layers - Cheese ravioli stands in for traditional noodles and ricotta, saving time and simplifying prep.
- Make-ahead friendly - Assemble it a day or two in advance, then bake when you're ready.
- Lighter and fresher than traditional lasagna - Lean chicken, lots of fresh, tender spinach, and a silky Parmesan sauce (no cream!) create a delicious balance.
- Perfect for entertaining -Elegant enough for dinner guests, easy enough for busy weeknights.
- Family favorite comfort food - our daughter-in-law, Lindsay, served this for dinner one evening this past week after she had made a video of the process (check it out below!). She said everyone loved it, and our grandson requested it in his lunch the next day. Creamy, cheesy, golden, and bubbling… what's not to love?
- Great for giving away - Next time you need a meal for a friend in need, a new neighbor, or someone who just needs a little extra TLC, this is it!
Ingredients you'll need
This Chicken and Spinach Ravioli Lasagna comes together with simple, easy-to-find ingredients that create wonderful flavor and creamy comfort.
- Butter- Sets a flavorful foundation for the Parmesan sauce.
- Sweet onion + garlic - Add lots of savory depth and classic Italian flavor.
- Italian seasoning + fresh rosemary - The herby goodness of all things Italian.
- Dry white wine - A generous splash adds a gourmet touch of flavor to the sauce. (Can be skipped if you don't care to cook with wine or don't have any.)
- Flour + whole milk - Create a silky homemade white sauce that's not overly indulgent.
- Parmesan cheese - There's that salty, nutty richness in every bite!
- Fresh spinach - I love the freshness, great nutrition, and color it adds.
- Rotisserie chicken - A wonderful shortcut that keeps prep easy. I love the rotisserie chickens from Sam's Club and Costco.
- Fresh cheese ravioli - This is the magic that makes this recipe super simple - ravioli replaces traditional noodles and ricotta for easy lasagna layers.
- Mozzarella - Melty, bubbly, delicious!
- Sundried tomatoes - A bright, tangy finish that adds beautiful color and flavor.
- Fresh basil -Always a beautiful finishing touch!
How to make this Chicken and Spinach Ravioli Lasagna
Our daughter-in-law, Lindsay, created a video to show just how easily this lasagna comes together. You can also follow the simple step-by-step photo collages below.
Make the Parmesan Sauce:
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and Italian seasoning; cook briefly until fragrant.
- Pour in the white wine and simmer until reduced.
- Add the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Slowly add the milk, whisking until smooth.
- Bring to a gentle simmer until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and silky smooth.
Finish the sauce:
- Add the Parmesan cheese to the warm sauce.
- Stir until melted and smooth.
- Add the diced chicken to the sauce.
- Stir to combine.
- Add the fresh spinach.
- It will look like a lot at first - but it shrinks down.
- Cover briefly, if needed, to help the spinach wilt.
- The sauce is ready to go!
Assemble, bake and enjoy:
- You'll need shredded mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and seasonings to finish things off.
- You'll find fresh ravioli in the refrigerator section of most grocery stores.
- Spread the sauce in the pan.
- Add a layer of the ravioli.
- Spread half of the chicken-spinach sauce over the ravioli.
- Top with half of the cheese, then repeat the layers, finishing with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake until hot and melty, then uncover, top with sun-dried tomatoes, and bake until light golden brown.
- Let rest briefly, top with fresh basil, slice, and enjoy!
What to serve with this Chicken and Spinach Ravioli Lasagna
Turn this delicious lasagna into a memorable Italian-inspired meal with a few easy accompaniments. Start with our Any Time of Year Italian Bruschetta for a bright, flavorful appetizer.
For the main meal, add a loaf of our Ridiculously Easy Focaccia (can be made a week or two in advance and popped in the freezer), and a crisp French Bistro Salad or our Italian Tomato Salad for a fresh balance to the delicious lasagna.
And for dessert? Our Italian Raspberry Jam Ricotta Crumb Cake (Torta Sbrisolona) is a beautiful, sweet ending that feels both rustic and elegant.
Make it!
If you love recipes that make life easier and taste like something special, this Chicken and Spinach Ravioli Lasagna deserves a place on your menu soon! It's creamy, cozy, beautifully make-ahead friendly, and one of those dishes that always seems to earn rave reviews.
Serve it for a casual family dinner, tuck it into the fridge for company coming this weekend, or deliver it to someone who could use a little love from the kitchen. However you share it, don't be surprised when people ask for the recipe!
- This recipe calls for prepackaged fresh ravioli. I like to use a simple cheese ravioli. You can find fresh cheese ravioli at most larger grocery stores, also at Trader Joe's and Aldi.
- I use a store-bought rotisserie chicken to make this recipe super easy, but leftover chicken or turkey also works well!
- If you'd like to boost the protein, feel free to add more chicken. And if your rotisserie chicken yields a little less than 3½ cups, no worries! The lasagna will still turn out wonderfully delicious!
- Allow the lasagna to rest for 10-15 minutes after baking to let everything settle and make slicing much cleaner.
- Assemble the lasagna up to 2 days in advance, cover tightly, and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- This lasagna freezes well before baking. Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
- I've also frozen this lasagna in 2-person portions for quick, easy meals on busy days, and it works beautifully. My favorite containers for freezing leftovers are Souper Cubes. If you haven't discovered them yet, they're one of those kitchen helpers you'll wonder how you lived without. They are sturdy silicone freezer trays with lids are perfect for freezing soups, stews, casseroles, sauces, and leftovers in neat, portioned servings. I especially love the 2-cup size for recipes like this lasagna. They keep the freezer organized and make homemade meals easy to pull out whenever life gets busy!
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Italian Chicken and Spinach Ravioli Lasagna
Ingredients
For the sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 large sweet yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 medium garlic cloves, finely minced
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ½ cup dry white wine
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1¼ cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 5 ounces fresh spinach, roughly chopped if leaves are large
- 1½ teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 3 ½ cups diced or shredded rotisserie chicken
For lasagna assembly:
- 20 ounces fresh cheese ravioli, 2 (10-ounce packages)
- 12 ounces shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Pan:
- If baking immediately, preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or lightly grease with oil.
Make the Sauce:
- Melt butter in a medium-large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, until softened.
- Add garlic and Italian seasoning; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add white wine and bring to a boil. Cook 3-5 minutes until reduced to a few tablespoons.
- Add flour and reduce the heat to low. Cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Slowly add milk, salt, and pepper, whisking until smooth. Increase the heat slightly and bring to a gentle boil. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, until slightly thickened (to the consistency of heavy cream).
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir in 1 cup Parmesan until melted and smooth.
- Spread 1 cup of sauce in the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Add chicken, spinach, and rosemary to the remaining sauce. Stir over low heat until spinach is wilted. Cover the pan for a few minutes, if needed to wilt the spinach.
Assemble the lasagna:
- Divide the ravioli into two portions. Arrange half of the ravioli over the sauce in the pan.
- Spread half of the chicken-spinach mixture over the ravioli. Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella.
- Repeat with the remaining ravioli, sauce, and mozzarella. Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup Parmesan over the top.
Bake:
- Cover with foil and bake 35-45 minutes until hot and the cheese is melted. (Check at 35 minutes - if the cheese is not melted, give it a little longer.)
- Remove the foil. Top with finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes and a light dusting of Italian seasoning. Bake for another 10-15 minutes, until bubbly and lightly golden.
- Let rest 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
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