What is Eggplant Lasagna?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Eggplant lasagna is a traditional lasagna made with strips of fresh eggplant instead of pasta. It is a healthier option because instead of using lasagna noodles, which are usually made with refined white flour, you are using nutrient dense eggplant. Eggplant is lower in refined carbs, calories, and it is higher in fiber and essential nutrients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Is Eggplant good for you?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Eggplant is a high fiber low calorie food that is rich in many essential nutrients like manganese, folate, potassium, vitamin K and vitamin C. Eggplant is also rich in a specific type of antioxidant found in some red\/purple fruits and vegetables called nasunin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
All of the nutrients in eggplant come with potential health benefits like improved digestion, reduced inflammation, improved blood sugar control, and cancer fighting benefits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ingredients you will need for Eggplant Lasagna with Ground Chicken<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Ground chicken.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 2 eggplants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ricotta cheese.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mozzarella cheese.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Marinara sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Parmesan cheese.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Spices: garlic powder, dried basil, sea salt, and black pepper. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
And if you want to serve it with pasta, I like to use organic pasta made from sorghum wheat! It is surprisingly delicious and tastes just like regular pasta! If you are gluten free or gluten intolerant, use a gluten free pasta like chickpea pasta. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to make Eggplant Lasagna with Ground Chicken<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenehit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
First, slice 2 eggplants about \u00bc inch thick<\/strong>. Slice them the long way (rather than the short way into rounds).<\/p>\n\n\n\nPlace the sliced eggplant on plates and sprinkle salt all over the top<\/strong>. Set these aside while you prepare the rest of your ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCook your ground chicken in a pan over medium heat until it is totally golden brown<\/strong>. Make sure to break it up so that it is in super small chunks. <\/p>\n\n\n\nNext, add 8 ounces of ricotta cheese to a small bowl along with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried basil, \u00bd teaspoon pink sea salt, \u00bd teaspoon ground black pepper, <\/strong>and \u00bc cup fresh grated parmesan cheese. Mix well to combine<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nNOTE: use a fresh block of parmesan cheese, grated finely with your cheese grater for optimal flavor! Already grated parmesan cheese pales in comparison to the flavor from a fresh block of parmesan cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now, back to your eggplant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pat the eggplant dry to remove the moisture that the salt pulled out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
And finally, it is time to layer your eggplant lasagna<\/span>!<\/p>\n\n\n\nSpread 1 layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9 x 9 square baking dish.<\/strong> (make sure to pick a deep dish!)<\/p>\n\n\n\nPlace a layer sliced eggplant over the marinara sauce<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAdd ~\u2153 of your ricotta cheese mixture<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAdd ~\u2153 of your ground chicken<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTop with marinara sauce<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nRepeat all of those steps two more times. You should have about 3 layers of eggplant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Top your entire dish with fresh mozzarella cheese.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nBake for 30-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n![\"eggplant](\"https:\/\/thehintofrosemary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/eggplant-lasagna-with-ground-turkey-1-768x1024.jpg\")
before baking<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n![\"eggplant](\"https:\/\/thehintofrosemary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/eggplant-lasagna-with-ground-turkey-2-768x1024.jpg\")
after baking <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow to serve Eggplant Lasagna<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Serve eggplant lasagna warm with a side of pasta or on its own. It is great both ways! <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"eggplant](\"https:\/\/thehintofrosemary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/eggplant-lasagna-with-ground-turkey-6-768x1024.jpg\")
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<\/div>\n<\/div>\nEggplant Lasagna with Ground Chicken<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\nEggplant Lasagna with Ground Chicken is an easy weeknight meal that you can have ready in under 1 hour! Eggplant lasagna is a healthier gluten free option that is made with eggplant instead of pasta noodles. This flavorful eggplant lasagna is made with 3 types of cheese, and a variety of Italian spices.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
And if you want to serve it with pasta, I like to use organic pasta made from sorghum wheat! It is surprisingly delicious and tastes just like regular pasta! If you are gluten free or gluten intolerant, use a gluten free pasta like chickpea pasta. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to make Eggplant Lasagna with Ground Chicken<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenehit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
First, slice 2 eggplants about \u00bc inch thick<\/strong>. Slice them the long way (rather than the short way into rounds).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Place the sliced eggplant on plates and sprinkle salt all over the top<\/strong>. Set these aside while you prepare the rest of your ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cook your ground chicken in a pan over medium heat until it is totally golden brown<\/strong>. Make sure to break it up so that it is in super small chunks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Next, add 8 ounces of ricotta cheese to a small bowl along with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried basil, \u00bd teaspoon pink sea salt, \u00bd teaspoon ground black pepper, <\/strong>and \u00bc cup fresh grated parmesan cheese. Mix well to combine<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n NOTE: use a fresh block of parmesan cheese, grated finely with your cheese grater for optimal flavor! Already grated parmesan cheese pales in comparison to the flavor from a fresh block of parmesan cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now, back to your eggplant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Pat the eggplant dry to remove the moisture that the salt pulled out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n And finally, it is time to layer your eggplant lasagna<\/span>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Spread 1 layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9 x 9 square baking dish.<\/strong> (make sure to pick a deep dish!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Place a layer sliced eggplant over the marinara sauce<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Add ~\u2153 of your ricotta cheese mixture<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Add ~\u2153 of your ground chicken<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Top with marinara sauce<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Repeat all of those steps two more times. You should have about 3 layers of eggplant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Top your entire dish with fresh mozzarella cheese.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Serve eggplant lasagna warm with a side of pasta or on its own. It is great both ways! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Try these recipes <\/strong><\/a>next!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you try my Eggplant Lasagna Recipe<\/strong>, please let me know your thoughts by leaving a rating and comment below! Ready for more?<\/strong> Subscribe to my newsletter<\/a> or follow along on Pinterest<\/strong><\/a>, Instagram<\/strong><\/a>, Facebook<\/strong><\/a>, and Youtube<\/strong><\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\nHow to serve Eggplant Lasagna<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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