Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Crack Chicken Magic : The creamy, cheesy chicken filling is packed with ranch and bacon flavor.
Lasagna Twist : Combines the best of lasagna structure with crack chicken’s addictive taste.
Make-Ahead Friendly : Prep ahead and bake when ready—ideal for busy nights.
Crowd-Pleasing : A guaranteed hit at parties, holidays, or family gatherings.
Customizable : Swap ingredients or add extra layers for variety.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Serves 8–10
For the Filling:
1 lb ground chicken or shredded rotisserie chicken
8 slices bacon , cooked crisp and crumbled
1 cup cream cheese , softened
1 cup sour cream
1 packet ranch seasoning (or homemade mix: dried parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For the Lasagna:
9 lasagna noodles (oven-ready or boiled)
2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (for layering)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) . Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: Make the Crack Chicken Filling
In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, cheddar, and mozzarella. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Assemble the Lasagna
Spread ½ cup marinara sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
Layer 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce.
Spread ⅓ of the crack chicken mixture evenly over the noodles. Top with ½ cup marinara sauce and ½ cup shredded mozzarella .
Repeat layers twice more: noodles, chicken mixture, marinara, and mozzarella.
Finish with a final layer of noodles, remaining marinara, and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan.
Step 4: Bake
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes .
Remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes , until bubbly and golden on top.
Step 5: Cool & Serve
Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with extra bacon bits or chopped parsley if desired.