Easy Chicken Lasagna Recipe for Air Fryer Cooking

Welcome to our air fryer recipe series! Today, we're going to show you how to make a delicious and easy chicken lasagne using your air fryer. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a comforting and satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Let's get started!

Preparation time:

30 minutes

Difficulty:

Easy

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground chicken
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
• 6 lasagne noodles, cooked al dente
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Steps to follow:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet, cook the ground chicken, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the chicken is no longer pink. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3. Stir in the marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Place a layer of lasagne noodles in the bottom of a baking dish that fits in the air fryer basket.
5. Spread a layer of the chicken mixture over the noodles, followed by dollops of ricotta cheese and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.
6. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of mozzarella cheese on top.
7. Cover the baking dish with foil and place it in the air fryer basket.
8. Cook for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
9. Let the lasagne rest for a few minutes before serving, then garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Tricks and tips:

• To save time, use no-boil lasagne noodles instead of cooking regular noodles.
• For a touch of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the chicken mixture.
• If your air fryer has multiple levels, you can cook the lasagne on the lower level to prevent excessive browning of the cheese.

Benefits of the ingredients used:

Ground chicken is a lean protein source that is lower in saturated fat compared to ground beef, making it a healthier alternative. Ricotta cheese provides calcium, while mozzarella cheese is a good source of protein and calcium. The garlic and onion used in this recipe add flavor and also offer potential health benefits such as immune support.

We hope you enjoy making and savoring this delicious chicken lasagne in your air fryer. Until next time - happy cooking!