Lunch: Chicken Parm Lasagna

Recipe by Lindsay Funston Any true chicken Parm fan knows that you can turn it into everything from dip to soup. This lasagna might be better than both.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Chicken Parm Lasagna

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

1 c. all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
2 c. Italian or panko breadcrumbs
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 16-oz. jars marinara
1 box no-boil lasagna noodles or 1 box cooked lasagna noodles
2 15-oz. containers ricotta
kosher salt
3 c. shredded mozzarella
1 c. shredded Parmesan
Torn fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bread chicken: Set up a dredging station with a bowl of flour, two beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. Bread chicken. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, 6 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into bite-size pieces.
In a 9 x 13" baking dish, spoon a layer of marinara on bottom of dish. Layer lasagna noodles. In a large bowl, combine ricotta and remaining egg and season with salt. In a small bowl, combine mozzarella and Parm. Spread a layer over lasagna noodles and top with a generous layer of cheese. Top with a layer of chicken. Repeat layers until baking dish is full, making sure to end with chicken.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake until bubbly, 35 to 40 minutes.
Let cool 10 minutes, then garnish with basil and slice.

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