ARTICHOKE, CHICKEN AND SPINACH LASAGNA

Classic lasagna gets a modern twist in this delectable artichoke, chicken and spinach lasagna. You’ll find some of the usual suspects like ricotta and mozzarella but a creamy Parmesan sauce takes the place of tomato sauce.

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It all adds up to layer upon layer of decadence. Tasty, tender pieces of chicken with the bite of tangy artichokes and fresh baby spinach surrounded by oodles of cheese all held together by a rich sauce and layers of fresh pasta noodles.

I can’t tell you how fast this disappeared. I ate leftovers for breakfast the next day and the vegetable hater in my house ate more than his fair share.

To save time use fresh pasta noodles you can find in the refrigerated pasta section of your market or use the no-bake kind so you can skip that step of boiling the noodles. My Mom swears by the Barila brand – she uses them without fail all the time.

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• coarse salt and fresh black pepper
• 2 (14 ounce) cans (or frozen) artichoke hearts, well-drained
• 2 cups ricotta Cheese
• 2 cups fresh shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
• 1 beaten egg
• 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
• 3 cups fresh baby spinach leaves, stems removed
• 1 pound lasagna noodles, preferably fresh

Sauce:

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• dash of nutmeg
• 1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
• coarse salt and fresh black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a large skillet heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the onion, garlic, chicken, Italian seasoning and season well with salt and pepper.
2. Cook, stirring often until chicken is cooked through. Cut the artichokes in half and then in half again, dry off any moisture with paper towels. Stir them into the chicken and cook 2 - 3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
3. ...........................................

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