"A Chicken Parmesan twist on Classic Lasagna!..."
INGREDIENTS
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For the Ground Chicken:
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2 teaspoons olive oil (I used extra virgin but use whatever brand/variety you like best)
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3 cloves Garlic, minced
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2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, optional (but they give a nice kick!)
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1 lb. Ground Chicken
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1/4 teaspoon Salt
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1/4 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
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For the Panko:
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1 tablespoon Olive Oil
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1/3 cup Whole Wheat Panko Bread Crumbs
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For Lasagna:
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12 Lasagna Noodles, boiled according to package
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2 1/2 cups Ricotta Cheese (I used whole-milk here, but you may use skim)
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1 large egg + 1 egg yolk, at room temperature
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
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2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
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3 1/2 cups Marinara Sauce, Store-bought or Homemade will work OK
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, finely grated
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Garnish:
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Fresh Basil and Parsley, chopped