Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 cup

light ricotta cheese

1 cup

low fat cottage cheese

0.5 unit

frozen spinach

thawed, squeezed dry and chopped

1 unit

egg

0.5 tsp

dried oregano

0.13 tsp

pepper

12 unit

uncooked lasagna noodles

1 unit

rotisserie-cooked chicken

chopped

4 cup

chunky vegetable pasta sauce

1 cup

reduced-fat feta cheese

crumbled

1.5 cup

light mozzarella cheese

shredded

0.25 cup

black olives

chopped

2 tbsp

fresh parsley

chopped

Step 1
~5 min

In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, cottage cheese, spinach, egg, oregano and black pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 2
~5 min

Prepare lasagna noodles according to package directions.

Step 3
~5 min

Drain and rinse the cooked lasagna noodles with cold water.

Step 4
~5 min

Set the lasagna noodles aside.

Step 5
~5 min

Remove the skin from the rotisserie chicken.

Step 6
~5 min

Chop the chicken meat into bite-sized pieces (about 3 1/2 cups).

Step 7
~5 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 8
~5 min

Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~5 min

Spoon 1 cup of pasta sauce over the bottom of the prepared baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~5 min

Arrange 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce (3 lengthwise, 1 crosswise).

Step 11
~5 min

Top the noodles with another 1 cup of pasta sauce.

Step 12
~5 min

Sprinkle with 1/3 of the chicken, 1/3 of the feta cheese, 1/3 of the mozzarella cheese, and 1/3 of the olives (if using).

Step 13
~5 min

Arrange 4 more lasagna noodles over the cheese and chicken layer.

Step 14
~5 min

Top with 1 cup of pasta sauce.

Step 15
~5 min

Sprinkle with 1/3 of the chicken, the entire ricotta/spinach mixture, 1/3 of the feta cheese, 1/3 of the mozzarella cheese, and 1/3 of the olives (if using).

Step 16
~5 min

Repeat the layering with the remaining noodles, sauce, chicken, feta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and olives (if using).

Key Technique: Layering
Step 17
~5 min

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top.

Step 18
~5 min

Cover the baking pan loosely with foil.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 19
~5 min

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40 minutes.

Step 20
~5 min

Remove the foil and bake for 5 more minutes.

Step 21
~5 min

Let the lasagna stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use fresh herbs for a more vibrant flavor.

Adjust the amount of cheese to your preference.

Pre-cook the lasagna noodles to prevent them from being too firm.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

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.

Serve with 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 often served at family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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