Description
This Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Lasagna with Ranch Drizzle combines spicy buffalo chicken with creamy ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses layered between tender lasagna noodles. Baked to perfection and topped with a cool ranch drizzle and fresh green onions, this flavorful dish offers a spicy, cheesy twist on classic lasagna that serves 6 in about 50 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cheese and Noodles
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Topping
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it is ready for baking the lasagna layers evenly.
- Cook Noodles: Boil the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Garlic and Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the shredded chicken and buffalo sauce, stirring to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble Lasagna: In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of ricotta cheese as the base. Layer with cooked lasagna noodles, buffalo chicken mixture, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan cheese. Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a cheese layer on top.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes to cook the lasagna through and melt the cheeses.
- Add Ranch Drizzle: Remove the foil carefully, drizzle ranch dressing evenly over the top layer, and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes to set the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: After baking, garnish the lasagna with chopped green onions for a fresh, crisp contrast, then serve warm for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
- Adjust buffalo sauce quantity to taste, more for extra heat.
- Use gluten-free lasagna noodles for a gluten-free version.
- Let the lasagna rest 5 minutes after baking for easier slicing.
- Ranch dressing enhances creaminess but can be omitted for a dairy-free option.
