Indulgent Crack Chicken Lasagna (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Crack Chicken Base
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3 cups cooked shredded chicken
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8 ounces softened cream cheese
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1 cup ranch dressing
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12 ounces cooked and crumbled bacon
→ Pasta and Cheese
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9 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
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7 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
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4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
→ Creamy Sauce
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1.5 cups whole milk
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Fresh Finish
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Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add whole milk, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens. Blend in softened cream cheese until smooth, then stir in ranch dressing and garlic powder.
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Spread a thin layer of the sauce at the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange 3 cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce. Top evenly with one-third of the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, mozzarella, cheddar, and sauce.
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Repeat the layering process two more times with noodles, chicken, bacon, cheeses, and sauce, creating three layers in total.
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Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes at 375°F (190°C).
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Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
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Allow the dish to rest for 10 minutes to set. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, then slice and serve.
# Notes:
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Resting the dish before slicing helps it hold its shape and improves serving presentation.