Creamy Chicken and Strawberry Lasagna with a Ritz Crust

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2.In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

3.Add the flour to the butter and garlic, stirring constantly to create a roux. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the roux is lightly golden.

4.Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook the sauce until it thickens and becomes smooth.

5.Stir in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.

6.In a bowl, combine the cooked chicken and sliced strawberries.

7.Spread a thin layer of the cheese sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Place a layer of lasagna noodles on top.

8.Add a layer of the chicken and strawberry mixture, followed by more cheese sauce. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of noodles and cheese sauce.

9.In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter to create the crust. Spread this mixture over the top layer of cheese sauce.

10.Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

11.Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

12.Let the lasagna cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this unique and delicious creamy chicken and strawberry lasagna with a crispy Ritz crust!