Cheesy Blackened Chicken Alfredo Lasagna
A rich, flavorful lasagna layered with tender Cajun seasoned chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, spinach ricotta filling, and two kinds of melted cheese the ultimate comfort food for cool weather nights.
Ingredients
- 12 lasagna noodle sheets
- 3 chicken breasts or thighs cutlets or tenders also work
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 –2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning for sauce
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese shredded (divided)
- 8 ounces colby jack cheese shredded (divided)
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika or regular paprika
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Cook lasagna noodles until al dente, then drain and lay flat.
- Season chicken with Cajun spices, sear until golden and fully cooked, then slice.
- Make Alfredo sauce with butter, garlic, cream, Parmesan, and seasonings.
- Mix ricotta with drained spinach and Cajun seasoning.
- Layer noodles, ricotta-spinach mix, chicken, Alfredo sauce, and cheeses; repeat.
- Bake covered at 375°F for 25 minutes, then uncovered until golden.
- Rest 10–15 minutes before serving.