Lasagna Verde (Green Lasagna)

Discover the vibrant flavors of this Lasagna Verde, enhanced with robust poblano and jalapeño peppers. This twist on the classic Italian dish integrates succulent shredded chicken and rich ricotta cheese, offering a creamy and spicy experience that's bound to impress.

Ingredients

• 🥄 1 tbsp cooking oil
• 🌶️ 2 poblano peppers (without seeds)
• 🌶️ 2 jalapeños (without seeds)
• 🧅 1 shallot, chopped
• 🧄 3 garlic cloves
• 🧈 4 tbsp butter
• 🌿 1 cup fresh cilantro
• 🥛 1 cup heavy cream
• 🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste
• 🍗 4 cups shredded chicken
• 🧀 2 (16oz) jars ricotta cheese
• 🍝 1 pack (500g) lasagna noodles
• 🧀 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 🚰 1 cup hot water with 1 tbsp chicken bouillon (or chicken stock)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil over medium heat.
   • Add the poblano and jalapeño peppers, shallot, and garlic cloves. Sauté until the shallot becomes translucent and the peppers soften.
   • Transfer the sautéed ingredients to a blender. Add butter, cilantro, and heavy cream. Blend until the mixture is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Assemble the Lasagna:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • In a large oven dish, start with a layer of lasagna noodles.
   • Add a thin layer of the prepared sauce, followed by shredded chicken.
   • Layer with more lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese, and then repeat the layers (sauce, chicken, noodles, ricotta) until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of noodles.
3. Add the Final Touch:
   • Mix 1 cup of hot water with 1 tablespoon of chicken bouillon until dissolved. Pour this mixture gently over the layered lasagna. This helps to keep the noodles moist while baking.
   • Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
4. Finish and Serve:
   • Remove the foil, sprinkle the top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
   • Broil on low for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
   • Allow the lasagna to cool slightly before serving.

Additional Information

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes (including baking and broiling)
• Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
• Equipment: Blender, oven, baking dish
• Servings: 6-8 servings

Cooking Tips

• Ensure the sauce is well-seasoned before assembling the lasagna.
• Adjust the heat level by varying the quantity of jalapeños.
• Allow the lasagna to rest after baking to make slicing easier.

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Lasagna Verde (Green Lasagna)