Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/25 checked
6
servings
1 unit

green pepper

diced

1 unit

orange pepper

diced

1 unit

yellow pepper

diced

1 unit

eggplant

diced

1 unit

zucchini

diced

8 piece

asparagus

diced

1 lb

mushrooms

diced

2 unit

shallots

diced

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

2 tbsp

olive oil

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

black pepper

freshly ground

0.5 tsp

dried rosemary

leaves

1 cup

ricotta cheese

1 cup

whole milk

1 cup

mozzarella cheese

shredded

2 tbsp

parmesan cheese

1 unit

egg

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 lb

ground chicken

skinless breast

2 tbsp

olive oil

3 cup

tomato-based pasta sauce

1 cup

mozzarella cheese

0.33 cup

parmesan cheese

1 package

lasagna noodles

oven-ready

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (232 degrees C).

Step 2
~3 min

Dice the green pepper, orange or yellow pepper, eggplant, zucchini, asparagus, mushrooms, and shallots into about 3/4 inch pieces.

Step 3
~3 min

Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4
~3 min

Mix the diced vegetables and minced garlic with olive oil, salt, freshly ground pepper, and dried rosemary leaves in a large shallow roasting pan.

Step 5
~3 min

Roast in the preheated oven for 25 - 30 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are just beginning to brown and the mixture is slightly dry.

Step 6
~3 min

While the vegetables are roasting, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 7
~3 min

Add ground skinless chicken breast to the skillet and sauté until cooked through.

Step 8
~3 min

In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, whole milk, shredded mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, and salt.

Step 9
~3 min

Chill the ricotta cheese mixture (CM1) in the fridge until needed.

Step 10
~3 min

In a small bowl, combine mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese (CM2) and set aside until needed.

Step 11
~3 min

Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.

Step 12
~3 min

Spread 1/3 cup of Bertolli tomato-based pasta sauce over the bottom of the dish.

Step 13
~3 min

Lay oven-ready lasagna noodles on the bottom of the dish, covering the sauce.

Step 14
~3 min

Dot the noodles with 1/2 of the chilled CM1 (ricotta cheese mixture).

Step 15
~3 min

Spread with 1/2 of the roasted vegetable mixture.

Step 16
~3 min

Spread with 1/2 of the cooked chicken.

Step 17
~3 min

Pour 1 cup of pasta sauce over the chicken.

Step 18
~3 min

Top the sauce with a second layer of lasagna noodles.

Step 19
~3 min

Dot with the remaining CM1.

Step 20
~3 min

Cover with the remaining vegetables.

Step 21
~3 min

Cover with the remaining chicken.

Step 22
~3 min

Pour 1 cup of pasta sauce over the chicken.

Step 23
~3 min

Top the sauce with a final layer of lasagna noodles.

Step 24
~3 min

Spread the remaining pasta sauce over the noodles.

Step 25
~3 min

Sprinkle with CM2 (mozzarella and parmesan cheese mixture).

Step 26
~3 min

Cover the baking pan with lightly greased foil.

Step 27
~3 min

Place the covered baking pan in a preheated 375 degree F (190 degrees C) oven.

Step 28
~3 min

Bake for 30 minutes, or until bubbling.

Step 29
~3 min

Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 15 minutes, until golden.

Step 30
~3 min

Remove the lasagna from the oven and let stand for 15 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a variety of colorful vegetables for a visually appealing dish.

Adjust the amount of seasonings to your preference.

Let the lasagna stand for at least 15 minutes before cutting to allow it to set.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled 1 day ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad and garlic bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Caesar Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

A classic Italian comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Weeknight meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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