This lasagna combines the bold flavors of buffalo chicken with creamy ranch and plenty of cheese, layered between pasta sheets for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Author:Oliver
Prep Time:25 minutes
Cook Time:45 minutes
Total Time:70 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Baked
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground chicken
1/2 cup buffalo sauce
1/4 cup ranch dressing
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 large egg
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in buffalo sauce and ranch dressing. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Spread a thin layer of chicken mixture on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Arrange 3 lasagna noodles over the chicken mixture.
Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles.
Sprinkle with 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese. If using, sprinkle with half of the blue cheese.
Repeat layers: chicken mixture, 3 noodles, remaining ricotta mixture, 1.5 cups mozzarella, remaining cheddar, and remaining blue cheese (if using).
Top with the remaining 6 lasagna noodles, chicken mixture, and the remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly and the lasagna is heated through.
Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture.
You can use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded, instead of ground chicken to save time.
If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of buffalo sauce.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.