Simple Homemade Chicken Lasagna
This Simple Homemade Chicken Lasagna combines layers of tender pasta, rich chicken, and creamy cheese, all enveloped in a luscious sauce.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
Lasagna Noodles
- 12 sheets Lasagna Noodles Regular or no-boil noodles.
Ground Chicken
- 1 pound Ground Chicken Cooked until browned.
Cheese
- 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Adds richness to the lasagna.
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Shredded, for layering.
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, for topping.
Sauce
- 3 cups Marinara Sauce Good-quality sauce is crucial.
Egg
- 1 Egg Helps bind the ricotta mixture.
Herbs
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Basil Chopped, for flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Oregano Chopped, for flavor.
Seasoning
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain excess fat and add marinara sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Spread a thin layer of chicken sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Layer three lasagna noodles over the sauce, then spread half of the ricotta mixture on top.
- Add half of the chicken sauce, followed by mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Repeat layering with remaining noodles, ricotta, chicken sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan.
- Finish with a final layer of noodles, remaining chicken sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let sit for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Consider adding vegetables or using different cheeses for variations.