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Ghostly Lasagna

Ghostly Lasagna: Spooky Comfort Food for Halloween Fun

Ghostly Lasagna is a playful embodiment of comfort, filled with tender chicken, creamy ricotta, and vibrant spinach, topped with mozzarella ghosts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lasagna
  • 12 oz Lasagna Noodles Consider gluten-free options for dietary needs.
  • 4 cups Cooked Chicken, shredded Rotisserie chicken makes it super convenient.
  • 4 cups Spinach, chopped Can be swapped with kale or drained frozen spinach.
  • 4 cups Ricotta Cheese Try cottage cheese as a lighter alternative.
For the Toppings
  • 4 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Opt for low-moisture mozzarella for better shape retention.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Adds flavor and creates a crispy top layer.
  • a few Black Olives, sliced Perfect for spooky 'eyes' on the ghosts; feel free to omit if desired.
For the Sauce
  • 6 cups Marinara Sauce Homemade is best for fresh taste.
  • Salt For seasoning; adjust to your taste preference.
  • Pepper For seasoning; adjust to your taste preference.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • large pot
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
  4. Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of your baking dish. Layer the cooked noodles on top of the sauce.
  5. Add a layer of the ricotta-spinach mixture, followed by shredded chicken and shredded mozzarella. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
  6. Cut mozzarella into ghost shapes. Arrange these on top of the final layer, adding black olives as spooky 'eyes.'
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Assemble Ghostly Lasagna a day in advance for easy baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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