Chicken and Broccoli Lasagna
A nutritious twist on classic lasagna combining chicken, broccoli, and rich cheeses for a family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 9 pieces Lasagna noodles Use fresh or store-bought
- 2 cups Cooked chicken, shredded Store-bought rotisserie chicken can save time
- 2 cups Broccoli florets Use fresh for better flavor
- 15 ounces Ricotta cheese
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded Reserved for topping
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Reserved for topping
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing garlic
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
- 2 cups Marinara sauce For layering
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large pan, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add broccoli and cook until tender.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, salt, and pepper together until smooth.
Assembly
- In a baking dish, spread some marinara sauce on the bottom.
- Layer with lasagna noodles, shredded chicken, sautéed broccoli, the ricotta mixture, and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layers, ending with marinara sauce on top.
- Finish by adding mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese.
Baking
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
This lasagna pairs beautifully with a side salad or garlic bread. Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for variation. This dish can be assembled in advance and stored in the fridge before baking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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