CHICKEN LAZANIYA 

CHICKEN LAZANIYA 

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Mixture:

• 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 cups tomato sauce (marinara or pasta sauce)
• 1/2 cup water

For the White Sauce (Béchamel):

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Other Ingredients:

• 12 lasagna sheets (pre-boiled or no-boil type)
• 1 cup ricotta cheese (or cottage cheese)
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken Mixture:

   • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
   • Sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
   • Add shredded chicken, oregano, basil, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper.
   • Pour in the tomato sauce and water, simmer for 5 minutes, then set aside.

2. Prepare the White Sauce:

   • Melt butter in a saucepan. Add flour and stir for 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.
   • Slowly add milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
   • Cook until the sauce thickens, then add salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese.

3. Assemble the Lasagna:

   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • In a baking dish, spread a layer of white sauce.
   • Place a layer of lasagna sheets.
   • Add a portion of the chicken mixture and spread evenly.
   • Add some ricotta cheese and mozzarella cheese.
   • Repeat the layers (lasagna sheets, chicken mixture, white sauce, and cheeses) until all ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.

4. Bake the Lasagna:

   • Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
   • Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden brown.

5. Serve:

   • Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!

Would you like any modifications, like making it spicier or adding veggies? 😊