Mary Berry Chicken and Spinach Lasagne Recipe

Mary Berry Chicken and Spinach Lasagne is a comforting family meal made with tender chicken, wilted spinach, creamy white sauce, and layers of soft lasagne sheets baked until golden and bubbling. The combination of juicy chicken, rich cheese sauce, and delicate spinach creates a satisfying dish with a creamy texture and balanced flavor. Although it looks impressive, this recipe is straightforward enough for home cooks of all skill levels. Allow around 1 hour 30 minutes from start to finish, including preparation and baking time.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Filling

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 500g cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 250g fresh spinach
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the White Sauce

• 50g butter
• 50g plain flour
• 750ml whole milk
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 50g Parmesan cheese, grated
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For Assembling

• 9 lasagne sheets
• 150g mature cheddar cheese, grated
• 50g Parmesan cheese, grated
• Butter for greasing the dish

How to Make Mary Berry Chicken and Spinach Lasagne Recipe

• Prepare the oven: Preheat the oven to 200°C or 180°C fan. Grease a large ovenproof lasagne dish and place a shelf in the middle of the oven.
• Cook the vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
• Add the spinach: Add the spinach in batches and cook until wilted. Stir in the shredded chicken and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
• Make the white sauce: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth and thickened.
• Season the sauce: Stir in the Dijon mustard and half of the Parmesan cheese. Season to taste and remove from the heat.
• Assemble the lasagne: Spread a little sauce into the base of the dish. Add a layer of lasagne sheets, followed by chicken filling and more sauce. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
• Add the topping: Finish with a final layer of sauce. Sprinkle over the cheddar cheese and remaining Parmesan.
• Bake: Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
• Cool and serve: Leave the lasagne to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This helps the layers hold together beautifully.

Tips for the Best Chicken and Spinach Lasagne

How do I stop the lasagne from becoming watery?

Cook the spinach thoroughly and allow excess moisture to evaporate before assembling the lasagne.

Can I use leftover roast chicken?

Yes. Leftover roast chicken works perfectly and adds extra flavor to the dish.

How do I get a golden cheesy topping?

Use freshly grated cheddar and Parmesan, and bake until bubbling and lightly browned.

Why should I rest the lasagne before serving?

Resting for 10 minutes allows the layers to set, making it easier to slice neat portions.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with a crisp green salad.
• Pair with garlic bread.
• Add steamed green beans.
• Serve with roasted vegetables.
• Enjoy with a glass of chilled white wine.

Storage

Room Temperature

Do not leave the lasagne at room temperature for more than 2 hours after cooking.

Refrigerator

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.

Freezing

Freeze portions in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Protein: 38g
• Fat: 27g
• Saturated Fat: 13g
• Sodium: 640mg

Nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients used.

FAQs

Mary Berry Chicken and Spinach Lasagne Recipe

Recipe by Milli RoseCourse: Main CourseCuisine: BritishDifficulty: Easy

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

25

minutes

Cooking time

45

minutes

Total time

70

minutes

Calories

520

kcal

1

hour 

10

minutes

Creamy chicken and spinach lasagne layered with tender chicken, fresh spinach, rich white sauce, lasagne sheets, and melted cheese. A comforting family dinner perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 500g cooked chicken breast, shredded

• 250g fresh spinach

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, crushed

• 50g butter

• 50g plain flour

• 750ml milk

• 100g Parmesan cheese, grated

• 150g mature cheddar cheese, grated

• 9 lasagne sheets

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• Salt, to taste

• Black pepper, to taste

• Butter for greasing

Directions

• Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Grease a large lasagne dish.
• Heat olive oil and cook onion until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
• Add spinach and cook until wilted. Stir in shredded chicken and season.
• Melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
• Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and thickened.
• Add mustard, half the Parmesan and season well.
• Layer sauce, lasagne sheets and chicken mixture in the dish.
• Finish with remaining sauce and top with cheddar and Parmesan.
• Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden and bubbling. Rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

• Allow the lasagne to rest before slicing for cleaner portions.
• Use freshly grated cheese for the best melt and flavor.
• The assembled lasagne can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.