Description
This Buffalo Chicken Lasagna brings together the bold, spicy flavor of buffalo chicken with the creamy, cheesy goodness of lasagna. A unique twist on a classic dish, it’s perfect for a hearty dinner that will satisfy your cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Buffalo Chicken:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing (or blue cheese dressing)
For the Lasagna:
- 9–12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
- 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken with buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Buffalo Chicken:
- In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and ranch dressing (or blue cheese dressing). Stir until the chicken is evenly coated. Set aside.
- Prepare the Lasagna Filling:
- In a separate bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and the egg. Mix well to create a smooth cheese mixture.
- Assemble the Lasagna:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread a thin layer of the buffalo chicken mixture at the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer 3-4 lasagna noodles over the chicken. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by half of the buffalo chicken mixture.
- Repeat the layers: add another layer of noodles, the remaining ricotta mixture, and the remaining buffalo chicken mixture. Top the final layer with shredded cheddar cheese and the remaining mozzarella.
- Bake the Lasagna:
- Cover the lasagna with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- After 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Let the lasagna rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley, if desired.
- Serve with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less buffalo sauce.
- For extra flavor, drizzle additional ranch or blue cheese dressing on top when serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the lasagna)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 125mg