**Cajun Chicken Lasagna: A Flavorful Fusion of Southern and Italian Cuisine**
Indulge in a culinary journey that harmoniously blends the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine with the comforting richness of Italian lasagna. This delectable dish, known as Cajun chicken lasagna, is a captivating symphony of taste and texture. Layers of tender chicken smothered in a spicy, aromatic Cajun sauce are interwoven with creamy béchamel sauce, savory cheese, and hearty lasagna noodles. Each bite offers a tantalizing dance of flavors, from the zesty kick of Cajun spices to the velvety smoothness of béchamel and the gooey indulgence of melted cheese. Prepare to embark on a flavor adventure that will leave your taste buds craving more.
CAJUN CHICKEN LASAGNA
This lasagna has just the right amount of zing to it. The key to this is the andouille sausage...probably not good for anyone counting calories either! The meat mixture would be good served over fettuccine noodles, if you would like to save time
Provided by SAIDANDDUNN
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 1h45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine sausage, chicken, Cajun seasoning and sage. Cook until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, about 8 minutes. Remove meat from skillet with a slotted spoon, and set aside. Saute onion, celery, bell pepper and garlic until tender. Remove from heat, and stir in cooked meat and one container Alfredo sauce.
- Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover bottom with 4 lasagna noodles. Spread with 1/2 of the meat mixture. Repeat layers, and cover with a layer of noodles. Spread remaining Alfredo sauce over top. Top with mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 74.7 mg, Fat 29 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 1044.7 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
CAJUN CHICKEN LASAGNA
Haven't tried this yet but it looks interesting! A little something different for those who are tired of the traditional Lasagna. I would be tempted to add additional layers of cheese, because I love cheese!
Provided by yooper
Categories Chicken
Time 1h35m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
- Add pasta and cook for eight to ten minutes, or until al dente;drain.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine sausage, chicken, Cajun seasoning and sage.
- Cook until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, about 8 minutes.
- Remove meat from skillet with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Saute onion, celery, bell pepper and garlic until tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in meat and one container alfredo sauce.
- Lightly grease a nine-by-13-inch baking dish.
- Cover bottom with 4 lasagna noodles.
- Spread with half the meat mixture.
- Repeat layers, ending with a layer of noodles.
- Spread remaining alfredo sauce over top.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake one hour.
- Let stand 15 minutes before serving.
CAJUN CHICKEN LASAGNA
Destined to be a new favorite with all around the table, this zesty take on traditional Italian lasagna is a nod to the Gulf Coast. Increase the amount of Cajun seasoning if you like spicier fare. -Mary Lou Cook, Welches, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat until no longer pink. Add the celery, green pepper and onion; cook and stir 5 minutes longer or until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, water, tomato paste, Cajun seasoning and sugar. In a small bowl, combine cheeses. , Spread 1 cup meat sauce in a greased oval 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Layer with 3 noodles (breaking noodles if necessary to fit), a third of the remaining meat sauce and a third of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers twice. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until noodles are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 618mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein.
CAJUN CHICKEN LASAGNA
Found on the internet. Make this ever so often, we just love it. Similar to White Lasagna but with spice!
Provided by Teena Mathis
Categories Chicken
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- 2. Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until dente, drain.
- 3. In skillet over medium heat, combine sausage, chicken and Cajun seasoning and sage. Cook until chicken is no longer pink. Remove meat from skillet and set aside.
- 4. Saute onion, bell pepper and garlic until tender. Remove from heat, and stir in cooked meat and one container of Alfredo sauce.
- 5. Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish. Cover bottom with 4 noodles and spread with 1/2 of the meat mixture. Repeat and end with layer of noodles on top.
- 6. Spread remaining Alfredo sauce over top. Top with mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and nutrients to your lasagna. Some good options include bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and spinach. - Be sure to season your chicken well before cooking it. This will help to ensure that it is flavorful throughout. - Cook the chicken until it is cooked through, but not overcooked. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough. - Use a good quality cheese for your lasagna. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish. - Layer the lasagna carefully to ensure that it cooks evenly. - Bake the lasagna until it is bubbly and golden brown. ###Conclusion:
This Cajun chicken lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a new lasagna recipe, give this one a try!
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