Description
Creamy crock pot chicken lasagna blends Italian comfort with convenient slow cooking. Layers of tender chicken, rich cheese, and aromatic herbs create a hearty meal you’ll savor with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 32 ounces (907 grams) ricotta cheese
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese for topping
- 1 1/2 cups parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
Sauce and Noodles:
- 2 (15 ounces/425 grams) jars alfredo sauce
- 1 box oven-ready lasagna noodles
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 2 1/2 cups baby spinach, chopped
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Coat the interior of a 6-quart slow cooker with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine ricotta, cream cheese, parmesan, egg, and herbs to create a smooth, uniform cheese mixture.
- Spread a thin layer of alfredo sauce across the bottom of the slow cooker to create a protective base.
- Arrange the first layer of lasagna noodles, breaking them as needed to fit the curved sides of the cooker.
- Distribute a portion of the prepared cheese filling evenly over the noodles, ensuring complete coverage.
- Add shredded chicken across the cheese layer, followed by a handful of fresh spinach leaves.
- Drizzle additional alfredo sauce to enhance moisture and flavor.
- Repeat the layering sequence of noodles, cheese filling, chicken, and spinach for a second complete layer.
- Complete the final layer with remaining noodles, covering with the last of the alfredo sauce and a sprinkle of spinach.
- Cover and slow cook on low temperature for 4 hours, allowing flavors to meld and noodles to become tender.
- During the final 15 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- After cooking, let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes to set and allow easier serving.
Notes
- Swap uncooked lasagna noodles for pre-cooked ones to prevent potential soggy texture and ensure even cooking throughout the dish.
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken for quicker preparation and added flavor depth without extra cooking time.
- Customize the recipe for vegetarian diets by replacing chicken with roasted vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, or eggplant to maintain protein and texture.
- Consider reducing cheese quantities or using low-fat alternatives for a lighter version that still maintains creamy consistency and satisfying taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 503
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1047 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 153 mg