Chicken ‘n Cheese Skillet Lasagna
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🥘 Recipe Yield: 6 servings
Description:
This Chicken ‘n Cheese Skillet Lasagna recipe is a delightful twist on traditional lasagna, offering a quick and easy alternative for busy weeknights. Inspired by a recipe from Woman’s World magazine, this dish combines the comforting flavors of classic lasagna with the convenience of a skillet meal. With layers of tender chicken, cheesy goodness, and flavorful seasonings, it’s sure to become a family favorite in no time!
Ingredients:
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
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Cook Noodles: Start by cooking the lasagna noodles according to the package directions. Once cooked, drain them and set aside.
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Prepare Sauce: Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, combine the cooked chicken with the sauce, grated Parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook until the sauce is hot and all the ingredients are well combined.
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Make Ricotta Mixture: In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, thawed and drained chopped spinach, salt, and pepper until well combined.
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Combine Ingredients: Stir the cooked chicken and noodles into the skillet with the sauce, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
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Layer with Ricotta: Once the chicken and noodles are in the skillet, top them with spoonfuls of the ricotta mixture. Spread it out evenly over the top.
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Add Mozzarella: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the ricotta mixture, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
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Cook Until Melted: Cover the skillet and cook the lasagna until heated through and the cheese is melted, approximately 6-7 minutes.
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Serve: Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove the skillet from heat. Serve the Chicken ‘n Cheese Skillet Lasagna hot, and enjoy the delicious flavors!
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 546
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11.1g
- Cholesterol: 96.5mg
- Sodium: 832.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 48.4g
- Fiber: 3.3g
- Sugar: 9.1g
- Protein: 37.9g
Recipe Notes:
- This skillet lasagna is a versatile dish, so feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients or additional seasonings.
- You can also make this recipe ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator or freezer for convenient meal prep options.
- Serve the Chicken ‘n Cheese Skillet Lasagna with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
Enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make Chicken ‘n Cheese Skillet Lasagna with your loved ones for a comforting dinner any night of the week!
