Slow Cooker Chicken Spinach Lasagna
A comforting and nutritious slow-cooked lasagna made with chicken, spinach, ricotta, and mozzarella, perfect for busy families and gatherings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced) Use rotisserie chicken for a quick option.
- 4 cups fresh spinach Or 2 cups frozen, thawed and drained.
- 15 oz ricotta cheese For a creamy texture without overwhelming calories.
- 2 cups marinara sauce Store-bought or homemade; either will work beautifully.
- 9 pieces lasagna noodles (no-boil) These make the prep a breeze; just layer them in!
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese The gooier, the better!
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds that cheesy finish.
- 1 tsp garlic powder For that aromatic kick.
- to taste salt and pepper Essential to enhance all those wonderful flavors.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, spinach, ricotta cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce at the bottom of your slow cooker to prevent sticking.
Layering
- Layer three lasagna noodles on top of the sauce, ensuring they fit in the pot.
- Spread half of the chicken and spinach mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of marinara sauce, and top with a generous sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layering process, starting with the noodles, followed by the remaining chicken mixture, sauce, and mozzarella.
- Finish off with the last three noodles, remaining marinara, and a final sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- Once done, let it sit for about 10 minutes before slicing. This allows it to settle and makes serving much easier.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge and warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through. For a crispy top, pop the lid off the slow cooker for the last 30 minutes of cooking.