Description
Indulge in this cheesy and flavorful Chicken Lasagna, a perfect twist on the classic Italian dish. Layers of tender shredded chicken, creamy ricotta, and spinach nestled between lasagna noodles and marinara sauce, topped with a gooey mix of mozzarella and Parmesan. A comforting and satisfying meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
Lasagna Noodles:
- 9 lasagna noodles
Chicken Mixture:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound cooked chicken breast (shredded)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese Mixture:
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
Other:
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cook Lasagna Noodles: Cook noodles per package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Prepare Chicken Mixture: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add chicken, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Make Cheese Mixture: Combine ricotta, egg, spinach, and half of the mozzarella.
- Layer Ingredients: Start with marinara sauce in dish, layer noodles, ricotta mixture, chicken, and sauce. Repeat twice. Top with remaining cheeses.
- Bake: Cover with foil, bake 25 minutes. Uncover, bake 15-20 minutes until golden. Rest before serving.
Notes
- Enhance with sautéed mushrooms or kale.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
