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Spice meets creamy comfort! π₯ππ§ Dive into our Buffalo Chicken Lasagna with a Ranch Twistβlayers of zesty buffalo chicken, indulgent ranch-cream, and melty cheeses between soft noodles. A bold, game day delight you wonβt want to miss!
Ingredients
For the Buffalo Chicken:
2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
1/2 cup buffalo sauce (your favorite brand)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Ranch-Cream Sauce:
1 cup ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 teaspoon dried dill (or 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped)
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
For the Cheese Layers:
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Lasagna:
9-12 lasagna noodles (cooked according to package directions, or use no-boil noodles)
Extra buffalo sauce for drizzling (optional)
Extra ranch dressing for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Buffalo Chicken
Mix: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
Set Aside: Let the flavors meld for 10 minutes.
2. Make the Ranch-Cream Sauce
Blend: In a medium bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing and softened cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the dried dill and onion powder.
Adjust: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
3. Assemble the Lasagna
Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
Prepare Noodles: If using regular lasagna noodles, cook them according to the package directions; drain and set aside.
Layer Base: Spread a thin layer of ranch-cream sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
First Layer: Arrange 3 noodles in a single layer. Spread half of the buffalo chicken evenly over the noodles. Dollop and gently spread a portion of the ranch-cream sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle with a mix of mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
Repeat Layers: Add another layer of noodles, followed by the remaining buffalo chicken, more ranch-cream sauce, and another layer of cheeses.
Top Layer: Finish with a final layer of noodles. Spread any remaining ranch-cream sauce on top and sprinkle generously with the rest of the cheese. For an extra kick, drizzle a little extra buffalo sauce over the top.
4. Bake
Cover & Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Uncover & Finish: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
Rest: Allow the lasagna to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
Tips & Variations
Extra Creaminess: For a richer texture, mix a bit of shredded Monterey Jack with the mozzarella.
Herb Boost: Stir in a handful of chopped fresh chives or parsley into the ranch-cream sauce.
Spice It Up: If you love extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the buffalo chicken or ranch sauce.
Make-Ahead: Assemble the lasagna a day in advance, cover tightly, and refrigerate. Allow it to come to room temperature before baking.