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Chicken, Squash & Pesto Lasagne

Chicken, Squash & Pesto Lasagne: 5 Cozy Comfort Layers

A delicious lasagne made with chicken, squash, and pesto.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 2 cups squash, diced
  • 1 cup pesto
  • 9 lasagne noodles
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté the squash until tender.
  3. In a bowl, mix the cooked chicken, sautéed squash, and pesto.
  4. Spread a layer of the chicken mixture on the bottom of a baking dish.
  5. Add a layer of lasagne noodles over the chicken mixture.
  6. Spread ricotta cheese over the noodles.
  7. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with noodles and mozzarella on top.
  8. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top layer.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  10. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.

Notes

  • Let the lasagne cool for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Use fresh basil for added flavor.
  • Can substitute chicken with turkey or vegetables for a vegetarian version.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Chicken, Squash, Pesto, Lasagne