A delicious, kid-friendly chicken spinach lasagna with rich layers of chicken, spinach, and cheeses. This family favorite combines comfort with nutrition, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
1 9x13 baking dish (Glass preferred for even heating)
2 Large mixing bowls (At least 2)
1 Colander (For draining spinach)
1 Sharp chef's knife (For chopping)
1 Sturdy wooden spoon (For stirring)
1 Measuring cups and spoons (For accurate measurements)
1 Aluminum foil (For covering lasagna)
1 Offset spatula (For serving clean slices)
1 Heavy-bottomed skillet (For cooking chicken)
1 Kitchen towels (For squeezing spinach)
1 Food processor (For mixing cheese quickly)
1 Heavy-bottomed skillet (For cooking chicken)
Ingredients
2BreastsBoneless Chicken- Cooked and shredded.
10ozFresh/FrozenSpinach - Wilted and drained.
12ozPackageLasagna Noodles - Boiled if using regular noodles.
15ozContainerRicotta Cheese - Can substitute with cottage cheese.
2cupsGratedMozzarella Cheese - Can substitute with Italian blend.
½cupGratedParmesan Cheese - Can substitute with Romano.
3clovesClovesGarlic - Minced.
1MediumOnion - Chopped.
1tbspFreshBasil- Chopped.
¼tspNutmeg - Pinch of fresh ground nutmeg.
1tspLemon Zest - Adds freshness and acidity.
½tspCrushed Red Pepper - Optional for spice.
1tspSalt For seasoning.
1tspPepper - For seasoning.
2cupsMarinara Sauce - sauce.
2cupsAlfredo Sauce - Or use a combo of both sauces.
Instructions
Cook and shred chicken breasts.
Wilt fresh spinach or thaw and drain frozen spinach well.
Mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, onion, and seasonings to make the cheese filling.
Heat marinara or Alfredo sauce on the stove.
Boil lasagna noodles if not using no-boil noodles.
Start with a layer of sauce, then layer noodles, cheese mixture, chicken, and spinach. Repeat layers, finishing with cheese and sauce on top.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 15 minutes.
Let the lasagna rest for 15-20 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes.Feel free to add more of your favorite toppings.