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Ghostly Lasagna

Spook Up Dinner with Irresistible Ghostly Lasagna

Ghostly Lasagna is a spooky twist on a classic dish with layers of spinach and shredded chicken, perfect for autumn gatherings.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Beef Recipes
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 slices
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles

  • 9 sheets Lasagna noodles Opt for no-boil noodles for quicker prep.

For the Filling

  • 2 cups Cooked chicken Shredded; leftover rotisserie chicken works well.
  • 2 cups Spinach Fresh or thawed frozen.
  • 15 ounces Ricotta cheese Creamy and rich.

For the Cheesy Layers

  • 3 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese Melts beautifully.
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan cheese For golden finish.

For the Spooky Touch

  • ½ cup Black olives Sliced for 'eyes'.

For the Sauce

  • 3 cups Marinara sauce Homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ghostly Lasagna

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy.
  • Spread a base layer of marinara sauce (1-2 cups) in a greased baking dish.
  • Layer noodles, ricotta-spinach mixture, shredded chicken, and mozzarella cheese, repeating until all ingredients are used, finishing with noodles and sauce on top.
  • Create ghost shapes with mozzarella slices for a spooky touch, adding black olives as 'eyes.'
  • Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze wrapped servings for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Autumn Dishes, Comfort Food, family meals, Ghostly Lasagna, Halloween recipes, Healthy Lasagna
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