Description
Comfort meets indulgence in this crack chicken lasagna, blending creamy textures with savory chicken and cheesy goodness. Layers of rich flavors promise a satisfying meal that will delight your taste buds and bring warmth to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 lbs chicken, shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup ranch dressing
Pasta and Layering:
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Seasonings and Extras:
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup bacon bits, crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish with a light cooking spray coating.
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, ranch dressing, ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly until ingredients are well incorporated.
- Create the first layer in the baking dish by spreading a thin layer of the chicken mixture across the bottom, ensuring even coverage.
- Arrange a row of lasagna noodles over the chicken mixture, slightly overlapping to cover the entire surface.
- Spread another generous layer of the chicken mixture over the noodles, making sure to distribute evenly.
- Sprinkle a portion of mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the chicken layer, followed by a scattering of crispy bacon bits.
- Repeat the layering process: noodles, chicken mixture, cheeses, and bacon bits until all ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of cheese and bacon.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, ensuring it doesn’t touch the cheese surface.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy the creamy, savory Crack Chicken Lasagna.
Notes
- Customize the protein by using rotisserie chicken, shredded turkey, or even plant-based chicken alternatives for dietary preferences.
- Replace regular bacon with turkey bacon or coconut bacon for a lighter or vegetarian version that maintains the smoky flavor profile.
- Reduce sodium content by using low-fat cream cheese, reduced-sodium ranch seasoning, and controlling salt quantities for a healthier adaptation.
- Prepare components in advance by cooking chicken and assembling layers the day before, which helps develop deeper flavors and saves preparation time on serving day.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1100 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 43 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg