Chicken Broccoli Lasagna Recipe

Chicken and broccoli lasagna is a delicious twist on the classic Italian dish. Here’s a recipe to make chicken broccoli lasagna:

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, blanched and chopped
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

For the Sauce:

• 2 cups marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)

For the Assembly:

• 9 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced or shredded cooked chicken, chopped blanched broccoli, ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined. This is your lasagna filling.
3. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In a separate saucepan, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat until warmed through. You can add some additional herbs or seasonings to the sauce if you prefer.
4. Assemble the Lasagna:
   • Spread a small amount of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
   • Place 3 cooked lasagna noodles on the bottom of the dish, slightly overlapping them.
   • Spread half of the chicken and broccoli filling evenly over the noodles.
   • Add another layer of 3 lasagna noodles.
   • Spread the remaining chicken and broccoli filling on top.
   • Add a final layer of 3 lasagna noodles.
   • Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top layer of noodles, spreading it evenly.
   • Sprinkle the top with 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
5. Bake:
   • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
6. Finish Cooking:
   • Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the lasagna is bubbling, the cheese is melted, and the top is golden brown.
7. Rest and Serve:
   • Let the chicken broccoli lasagna rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Enjoy your homemade chicken and broccoli lasagna with a side salad or some garlic bread for a complete meal. It’s a comforting and hearty dish that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions.