LIGHT CHICKEN AND SQUASH LASAGNA

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Substitute Basic Bechamel Sauce for the pasta sauce to make a richer version of this recipe.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Ground Chicken Recipes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds yellow squash or zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound ground white-meat chicken
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/3 cup packed fresh basil leaves, torn
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh marjoram or oregano
5 cups prepared pasta sauce
8 no-boil lasagna noodles
1 1/4 cups grated Parmesan (3 1/4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees, with racks in middle and upper third. Divide squash between two rimmed baking sheets. Toss each with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake until tender, 20 minutes, stirring squash and rotating sheets halfway through. Let sheets cool on wire racks.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Add chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through, 4 minutes. Add cayenne, basil, and marjoram and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, 3 minutes. Transfer chicken to a medium bowl.
  • Spread 1 cup sauce in an 8-inch square baking dish. Top with 2 noodles. Layer with half the chicken, then 1 cup sauce and 1/4 cup Parmesan. Top with 2 more noodles, half the squash, 1 cup sauce, and 1/4 cup Parmesan. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients, reserving the last 1/4 cup Parmesan. Cover lasagna loosely with foil and bake on top rack until sauce is bubbling, 35 to 40 minutes. (Place a rimmed baking sheet on middle rack to catch any drippings.) Remove lasagna from oven and heat broiler. Sprinkle with reserved Parmesan and broil until cheese is browned and bubbling, 3 to 5 minutes. Let cool 20 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 25 g

Lizzy gartz
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I'm a vegetarian, so I used tofu instead of chicken. It was still delicious!


ashish rijal
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I had some trouble finding butternut squash, so I used zucchini instead. It turned out great!


Sirloves Myacct
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This lasagna was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Nomfundo mashaya
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this lasagna. The squash added a nice sweetness and texture.


Carol Watson
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This is the best lasagna recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Chantelle Sinclair
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This lasagna is so good! I love the combination of chicken and squash.


King khaleefa Kani
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I've made this lasagna several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for busy weeknights.


Bukk Bukk
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This lasagna is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They'll never know there's squash in it!


MUDASSIR Ali
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I'm not a fan of lasagna, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. It's light and flavorful, and the squash adds a nice touch.


TES 444
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I made this lasagna for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Jake wiz
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.


Captain America
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I love that this lasagna is a lighter version of the classic dish. It's still creamy and cheesy, but it's not as heavy.


Mokarrom Hossin
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This lasagna is a great way to use up leftover chicken and squash. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time.


Apon via
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but this lasagna changed my mind. The squash was cooked perfectly and added a nice sweetness to the dish.


Wafa Aftab Burdi WafaAftab Burdi
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This recipe was easy to follow, and the results were amazing! The lasagna was creamy and cheesy, with a nice crispy crust. I'll definitely be making this again.


Nhlakanipho Thango
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This lasagna is a fantastic symphony of flavors! The chicken and squash blend together perfectly, and the light sauce is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe!