This bold and flavorful lasagna layers creamy buffalo chicken, gooey cheese, and tender lasagna noodles, topped with a tangy ranch drizzle. It’s a spicy twist on a classic favorite that’s perfect for game days or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the lasagna layers:
- 12 lasagna noodles (cooked according to package instructions)
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1 cup buffalo wing sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
For the béchamel sauce:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the ranch drizzle:
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1–2 tbsp milk (to thin the dressing)
Optional garnish:
- Chopped green onions or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the buffalo chicken:
- In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with the buffalo wing sauce. Adjust the amount of sauce depending on your spice preference.
- Make the béchamel sauce:
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and whisk to form a roux. Cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens (about 3–4 minutes). Stir in the garlic powder and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Mix the ricotta layer:
- In a separate bowl, combine the ricotta cheese with the egg. Stir until smooth.
- Assemble the lasagna:
- Spread a thin layer of the béchamel sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Place a layer of cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce.
- Spread half of the buffalo chicken over the noodles, followed by half of the ricotta mixture, a sprinkle of mozzarella, cheddar, and blue cheese (if using).
- Repeat the layers: noodles, béchamel sauce, chicken, ricotta mixture, and cheeses. End with a layer of noodles topped with remaining béchamel and shredded cheeses.
- Bake the lasagna:
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Add the ranch drizzle:
- While the lasagna rests, mix the ranch dressing with milk to create a drizzle. Use a spoon or squeeze bottle to drizzle the ranch over the baked lasagna.
- Serve:
- Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley for added color and freshness. Serve hot and enjoy the creamy, spicy, cheesy goodness!
Serving Suggestions
- Pair with a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables to balance the rich flavors.
- Offer extra ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping.