CAJUN CHICKEN LASAGNA

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Destined to be a new favorite with all around the table, this zesty take on traditional Italian lasagna is a nod to the Gulf Coast. Increase the amount of Cajun seasoning if you like spicier fare. -Mary Lou Cook, Welches, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds ground chicken
2 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 cup water
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon sugar
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
9 uncooked lasagna noodles

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat until no longer pink. Add the celery, green pepper and onion; cook and stir 5 minutes longer or until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, water, tomato paste, Cajun seasoning and sugar. In a small bowl, combine cheeses. , Spread 1 cup meat sauce in a greased oval 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Layer with 3 noodles (breaking noodles if necessary to fit), a third of the remaining meat sauce and a third of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers twice. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until noodles are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 618mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

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