Chicken Spinach Lasagna

Ingredients

For the Filling:
– 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
– 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped (or 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 large egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sauce:
– 2 cups marinara sauce
– 1/2 cup heavy cream

For the Lasagna:
– 9 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
– Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Preparation

1. Preheat the Oven:
   – Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Filling:
   – In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
3. Prepare the Sauce:
   – In a medium saucepan, combine the marinara sauce and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is warm and well combined.
4. Assemble the Lasagna:
   – Spread a thin layer of the sauce mixture on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
   – Place 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce.
   – Spread 1/3 of the chicken and spinach filling over the noodles.
   – Pour a portion of the sauce over the filling.
   – Repeat the layers (noodles, filling, sauce) two more times, ending with a layer of sauce on top.
5. Top the Lasagna:
   – Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the lasagna.
6. Bake:
   – Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
   – Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
7. Garnish and Serve:
   – Let the lasagna cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.
   – Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley and green onions.

Enjoy your delicious chicken spinach lasagna!