Description
Comfort meets Italian elegance in this chicken parmesan lasagna skillet, blending crispy chicken, rich marinara, and melted cheese into one irresistible one-pan wonder. Home cooks will discover a quick, delicious meal that brings restaurant-quality flavor straight to their dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 cups Shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup Whipped cream cheese
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt
- White pepper
- Black pepper
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Garlic paste
- 2 cups Mini lasagna noodles
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 2 cups Water
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 400F (200C), ensuring proper temperature for even cooking.
- Create a creamy ricotta mixture by blending ricotta, whipped cream cheese, Parmesan, salt, white pepper, and dried parsley in a bowl, then set aside for later use.
- Melt butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, then add garlic paste and sauté until aromatic, releasing its intense flavor.
- Incorporate shredded rotisserie chicken into the skillet, stirring thoroughly to distribute evenly and infuse the meat with garlic essence.
- Layer the dish by adding mini lasagna noodles, marinara sauce, and water. Season with salt and pepper, mixing gently to combine all ingredients, then remove from heat.
- Distribute ricotta filling in dollops across the skillet surface, ensuring even coverage. Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese over the entire mixture.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for melted, bubbly cheese and tender noodles that indicate complete cooking.
- Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and allow to cool slightly before serving to let flavors meld and prevent burning.
Notes
- Customize chicken selection by using grilled, baked, or leftover chicken for varied flavor profiles and meal prep convenience.
- Opt for low-fat ricotta and part-skim mozzarella to reduce overall calorie content without compromising taste.
- Keep lasagna skillet creamy by ensuring sauce isn’t too watery; drain excess liquid from marinara before adding to prevent soggy texture.
- Transform into gluten-free version by substituting mini lasagna noodles with zucchini ribbons or gluten-free pasta alternatives.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg