RICH CHICKEN AND SQUASH LASAGNA

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Forego the Basic Bechamel Sauce for a lighter 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
1 recipe Basic Bechamel 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 566 g, Fat 33 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 29 g

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I made this lasagna for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I will definitely be making it again.


kelly lowther
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This lasagna was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The flavors were incredible and the lasagna was a big hit with my family.


Saith Attiq
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I love the combination of chicken and squash in this lasagna. It's a unique and flavorful twist on a classic dish.


Green god
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This lasagna was easy to make and very delicious. I would definitely make it again.


Daniel Augustin
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I made this lasagna for my family and they loved it! It was a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Junayed Alkadr
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This lasagna was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I would use less cheese next time.


luqman muhammad
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I followed the recipe exactly and my lasagna turned out great! It was cheesy, flavorful, and the chicken and squash were cooked perfectly.


Shokunbi Owolabi
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This lasagna was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more herbs and spices next time.


Ashley Chavez
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I love this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and squash.


Johnny Lopez
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This lasagna was easy to make and very delicious. I would definitely make it again.


Jared Nicholson
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I made this lasagna for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I will definitely be making it again.


Luckson Dube
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This lasagna was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The flavors were incredible and the lasagna was a big hit with my family.


Kylie Sykes
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I love the combination of chicken and squash in this lasagna. It's a unique and delicious twist on a classic dish.


Kenneth Taylor
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I've made this lasagna several times and it's always a hit! It's a great recipe for a crowd, and it's also easy to make ahead of time.


Yvonne Green
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This lasagna was easy to make and very delicious. The chicken and squash were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Janice Beib
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I made this lasagna for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the squash, which gave the lasagna a nice sweetness.


Nthabeleng Mokoena
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This lasagna was amazing! The chicken was tender and juicy, the squash was perfectly cooked, and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ali Bai
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I've made it for my family and friends several times and they all love it. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Alvaro Shabangu
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The lasagna was cooked perfectly and the flavors were delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a hearty and flavorful lasagna.


Gulruh Rahmonova
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This rich chicken and squash lasagna was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the squash added a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely make this again.