Healthy lasagna recipe sounds delicious and nutritious! Here’s a detailed breakdown of the recipe, including Weight Watchers points and step-by-step instructions.
Healthy Chicken Zucchini Lasagna
Ingredients
- 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 large zucchinis
- 1/4 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup fat-free cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce (low sugar, low sodium)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (part-skim)
Weight Watchers Points (per serving)
- Chicken breast (6 oz): 2 points
- Low-fat ricotta cheese (1/4 cup): 2 points
- Fat-free cottage cheese (1/4 cup): 1 point
- Marinara sauce (1/2 cup): 2 points
- Mozzarella cheese (1/2 cup): 4 points
- Zucchini: 0 points
- Total: 11 points
- Per Serving (4 servings): 3 points per serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Place the chicken breast in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
- Prepare the Zucchini:
- Slice the zucchinis vertically into thin strips. Sprinkle with salt and let them sit for about 15-20 minutes to draw out moisture. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture:
- In a bowl, mix the low-fat ricotta cheese and fat-free cottage cheese until well combined.
- Assemble the Lasagna:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce at the bottom of a baking dish.
- Layer half of the zucchini slices over the sauce.
- Spread half of the seasoned chicken over the zucchini.
- Add half of the cheese mixture over the chicken.
- Repeat the layers: marinara sauce, zucchini slices, chicken, and cheese mixture.
- Top with the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake the Lasagna:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve:
- Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Additional Tips
- Marinara Sauce: Consider making your own marinara sauce with fresh or canned tomatoes, onions, garlic, and herbs to control the sugar and sodium content.
- Vegetable Variations: Feel free to experiment with other vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for added nutrients and flavors.
- Whole-Wheat Option: If you prefer, you can use whole-wheat lasagna noodles instead of zucchini for a fiber boost. Adjust the points accordingly if you do.
Enjoy your healthy and delicious lasagna!
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