Smart Chicken Lasagna (Outstanding!)

Debaylady's Note:

I purchased 2 packages of Smart Chicken to try out as it was buy one, get 1 free. Wow...really great ground white meat chicken! The taste is so fresh due to their method of air chilling and minimizing the use of water in their processing. This recipe is on the back of the package. It makes the most marvelous and healthy lasagna! I am going back to get 2 more packages just to make this sauce and freeze! The only changes I made were: grated the carrots, added 1/2 tsp. Accent plus freshly ground black pepper to taste.I also used 1 box of frozen creamed spinach as that was what I had on hand. This doubles well. If you are trying to eat healthier, this chicken recipe is for you!

• Total Time: 40 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 lb ground smart chicken
• 1 small onion , chopped
• 1 cup chopped carrot
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped spinach
• 1 tablespoon garlic , minced (to taste)
• 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce , with mushroom sauce
• 1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles
• 1 (16 ounce) container ricotta cheese
• ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Boil lasagna noodles per box instructions.
2. Meanwhile, saute Ground Smart Chicken until lightly browned; drain.
3. In separate pan, saute onion and garlic in olive oil; add carrots and celery.
4. Cover and heat on low until soft; add spinach and continue cooking until wilted.
5. When finished, combine meat, vegetables, and Marinara Sauce.
6. Line baking pan with one layer of noodles; spread meat and beggie mixture; add another layer of noodles and add Ricotta cheese. Place last layer of noodles and spread a thin layer of meat, sauce, and veggie mix.
7. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
8. Bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes.