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Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Lasagna with Ranch Drizzle


  • Author: Imili Johnson
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 min

Ingredients

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Ingredients:

For the Lasagna Layers:
  • 12 lasagna noodles (cooked al dente)
  • 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 ½ cups buffalo sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg (for ricotta mixture)
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup ranch dressing (plus more for drizzle)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk (for béchamel sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Preparation:

Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
  • Cook the lasagna noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Shred the rotisserie chicken and toss it with buffalo sauce in a medium bowl.
Step 2: Prepare the Ricotta Mixture
  • In a small bowl, combine ricotta cheese, the egg, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Béchamel Sauce
  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.
  • Slowly add the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens (about 5 minutes).
  • Stir in ½ cup of Parmesan cheese and a splash of buffalo sauce for extra flavor. Remove from heat.
Step 4: Assemble the Lasagna
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. Add a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by a portion of the buffalo chicken mixture.
  4. Spread a layer of ricotta mixture over the chicken, then sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheeses generously.
  5. Repeat the layers (noodles, chicken, ricotta, cheese) until all ingredients are used, ending with a generous layer of cheese on top.
Step 5: Bake the Lasagna
  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Step 6: Add the Ranch Drizzle
  • Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Drizzle ranch dressing over the top, garnish with chopped green onions and parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Adjust the buffalo sauce to your spice preference—use mild or medium for a less intense heat.
  • Make sure the béchamel sauce is smooth to prevent clumps in the layers.
  • Allow the lasagna to rest before cutting for cleaner slices.
  • Prep Time: 30 min
  • Cook Time: 40 min

Nutrition

  • Calories: 480
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Protein: 25 g