Description

Do you love lasagna and spicy food? This Buffalo Chicken Lasagna is the perfect mix of creamy, cheesy, and spicy! It’s packed with ground chicken, hot Buffalo wing sauce, melted cheese, and soft pasta layers. It’s a twist on the classic lasagna that adds bold flavor and fun to any dinner

Ingredients

Here’s everything to make Buffalo Chicken Lasagna

Canola Oil (1 tbsp): For sautéing the meat and veggies
Ground Chicken (1½ lbs): Lean and mild, perfect with Buffalo flavor
Chopped Onion (1 small): Adds sweetness and depth
Celery (1 rib, finely chopped): Classic Buffalo flavor
Grated Carrot (1 large): Adds color and natural sweetness
Garlic (2 cloves, minced): Boosts the flavor
Diced Tomatoes (1 can, 14.5 oz, drained): For texture and freshness
Buffalo Wing Sauce (12 oz bottle): The spicy kick!
Water (½ cup): Helps thin the sauce
Italian Seasoning (1½ tsp): Balances the spicy sauce
Salt (½ tsp) + Pepper (¼ tsp): For seasoning
Lasagna Noodles (9): Cooked according to the box
Ricotta Cheese (15 oz carton): Creamy filling
Blue Cheese (1¾ cups crumbled, divided): Bold and tangy
Parsley (½ cup minced): Adds fresh flavor
Egg (1 large, lightly beaten): Helps bind the ricotta filling
Mozzarella Cheese (3 cups shredded): Melty and stretchy
White Cheddar Cheese (2 cups shredded): Creamy and sharp

Substitutions and Variations

Use shredded rotisserie chicken if short on time
Swap blue cheese for more mozzarella if preferred
Use ranch dressing mix instead of Italian seasoning
Try gluten-free noodles if needed
Add spinach or chopped kale for extra greens

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Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Chicken Sauce

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground chicken, onion, celery, and carrot. Cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink and veggies are soft. Add minced garlic and cook 2 minutes. Stir in diced tomatoes, Buffalo wing sauce, ½ cup water, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Step 2: Prepare the Ricotta Mix

In a small bowl, mix 15 oz ricotta cheese, ¾ cup crumbled blue cheese, ½ cup parsley, and 1 egg. Stir until smooth and combined.

Step 3: Cook the Lasagna Noodles

Cook 9 noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.

Step 4: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5: Assemble the Lasagna

Grease a 13×9-inch baking dish. Spread 1½ cups of the chicken sauce on the bottom. Add 3 noodles. Spread 1½ cups sauce, then ⅔ cup ricotta mix, 1 cup mozzarella, ⅔ cup cheddar, and ⅓ cup blue cheese. Repeat for 2 more layers.

Step 6: Bake

Cover the lasagna with foil. Bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for 20 to 25 minutes more until bubbly and the cheese is melted.

Step 7: Let It Rest and Serve

Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This helps it set. Slice and serve hot!