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Chicken Lasagna
Serves 4
85 mins
337 KcalChicken Lasagna is layers of delicate chicken, velvety melty cheese and sharp tomato flavours in the middle of chewy pasta sheets; an immediate comfort. A gluten-free lasagna version and one that has fewer calories than the beef ones yet is still full of textures coming from a variety of vegetables. For example, a chicken filling is gently saut ed with onion and garlic to make what is called a recado (seasoning or base), which also makes it pick up all those flavours herbs salsa romesco, skin or flakes of red chilli seeds etc. This creates a strong, fragrant base that goes well with the tomato sauce — and by all means, make your own or just buy some in. This was the sauce that cooked with the chicken till it became a thick consistency filled with flavour, which forms the heart of this lasagna. The layers of cheese are a significant part of the chicken lasagna. The luscious creaminess of ricotta or cottage cheese and mozzarella set with a little parmesan stands out against the savoury chicken and tomato filling. B chamel: Some versions also include b chamel sauce, which is just a rich creamy layer to the dish. Layering the lasagna is a painstaking process and at each step layers of pasta, chicken and cheese are added to create each mouthful of flavour. After baking, the cheese turns a appetizing golden shade and bubbles up over all the delicious fillings to create that yummy layer of gooey goodness on top. Chicken lasagna is a hearty, satisfying dish when it is under the broil and this makes it a great meal for family dinners or get-togethers! This is a dish that you can make your own by adding ingredients like spinach and mushrooms not just for texture but taste too. This dish from Tasty will certainly be a hand-me-down favourite, combining crunchy textures with packed flavours with every bite you take.
Ingredients required for Chicken Lasagna
- 500 gms chicken
- 2 garlic clove
- 1 onion
- 1 tomato
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 400 gms tomato
- Salt
- 1 eggs
- Pepper
- Cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Cooking steps for Chicken Lasagna
- 1Boil the lasagna noodles in a big pot according to their package instructions until just al dente. Drain and set them aside. You can toss them into a little olive oil so that they won't stick to each other.
- 2Then, place 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet and heat over medium. Add your chopped onions and saut until they turn translucent.
- 3Then cut the heat a little bit and add in the minced garlic; saut for just 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4Add the ground or shredded chicken to the skillet.
- 5Season generously with oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer the chicken until it browns and cooks through altogether—5-7 minutes might do it.
- 6Stir in crushed tomatoes or your homemade tomato sauce, and mix everything. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavours to blend. Once done, take it off the heat and let it sit.
- 7To your cheese mixture, grab a mixing bowl.
- 8Combine ricotta or cottage cheese with a cup of shredded mozzarella, some grated Parmesan, and an egg if using, and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix everything well while seasoning with salt and pepper.
- 9Preheat your oven to 375 F (190 C). Begin layering in a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- 10Spread half the chicken filling over the bottom layer. Add a layer of lasagna noodles over the chicken, and then a portion of the cheese mixture spread over the noodles. Add another layer of the chicken filling. Continue layering like this until you use up all your ingredients. Make sure your final layer is noodles.
- 11For the final touch, spread the remaining chicken filling out and sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella cheese. If you want it to be extra gooey and cheesy, go ahead and add even more on top of this last layer.
- 12Close up the dish with foil without letting the foil touch your cheese. Put that in the oven and bake for 25 minutes.
- 13For the last 15 to 20 minutes of baking, remove the foil and roast the top until it is bubbly with the cheesiness that melted into golden muenster.
- 14Let this sit for 10-15 minutes before slicing it. This allows the layers to be set so that they can easily be sliced. Serve warm, and enjoy this delectable Chicken Lasagna, It is great for family gatherings and is sure to be a winner with everyone!
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FAQs
Does this chicken lasagna always have to be prepared fresh?
No, you can prepare chicken lasagna in advance. In the packaging, build the lasagna and cover it with some foil, then place it in the fridge to sit there for up to 24 hours before baking. Bake it when you are ready to, in a hot oven as instructed within the recipe. In case you bake it right from the refrigerator, you will need to add 10-15 minutes to the baking time, for it to warm right through.
Can I freeze Chicken lasagna?
Chicken lasagna freezes pretty well, so it's very ideal for meal prep. To freeze simply assemble the lasagna, and if you pre-cooked it, let it cool completely. Wrap it tight with aluminium foil, or place it in an airtight container before putting it in the freezer. It's good to freeze for up to 3 months. Let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator and then bake according to instructions. Bake directly from frozen by adding 20-30 minutes to baking time.
Can I add vegetables to the chicken lasagna?
Yes, adding vegetables to the chicken lasagna is surely the best way to increase the flavour and nutritional content thereof. Popular choices would be spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini. These veggies can be saut ed beforehand before layering it with chicken and cheese. See to it that the vegetables are drained well so the moisture does not become the culprit that makes the lasagna soggy.
