Mexican Pumpkin Smoked Chicken Lasagna

Dive into the perfect fusion of fall flavors and Mexican-inspired flair with this irresistible Mexican Pumpkin Smoked Chicken Lasagna. Layers of savory shredded smoked chicken, creamy pumpkin-ricotta filling, and melty Mexican blend cheese are elevated by a zesty tomato-chile sauce infused with chipotle peppers and spices like cumin and chili powder. Oven-ready lasagna noodles make assembly a breeze, while the blend of smoky, sweet, and spicy ingredients creates a unique twist on classic comfort food. Topped with fresh cilantro and optional garnishes like sour cream and jalapeño, this family-friendly casserole is as flavorful as it is satisfying. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, this lasagna is a show-stopping way to bring seasonal ingredients and bold Mexican flavors together.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 pieces oven-ready lasagna noodles
• 3 cups smoked chicken, shredded
• 2 cups pumpkin puree
• 1.5 cups ricotta cheese
• 3 cups Mexican blend shredded cheese
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles (such as Rotel)
• 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1.5 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium diced onion
• 0 optional: sour cream and fresh jalapeño slices for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the diced tomatoes with green chiles, minced chipotle peppers, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes. Set aside.

Step 4

In a bowl, mix the pumpkin puree with ricotta cheese until smooth. Stir in half of the chopped cilantro for added freshness.

Step 5

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or olive oil.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of the tomato-chile mixture on the bottom of the dish. Place three lasagna noodles on top.

Step 7

Spread one-third of the pumpkin and ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by one-third of the shredded smoked chicken. Sprinkle one-third of the Mexican blend cheese on top.

Step 8

Repeat the layers (tomato-chile mixture, noodles, pumpkin-ricotta, chicken, cheese) two more times, ending with a final layer of the tomato-chile mixture and shredded cheese on top.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.

Step 11

Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with remaining chopped cilantro, as well as optional sour cream and jalapeño slices, if desired.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy this flavorful fusion dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2866.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6101.0

Total Fat 243.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 110.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g
Cholesterol 1194.3mg	0%
Sodium 10571.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 602.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.9g	0%
Total Sugars 48.2g
Protein 404.7g	0%

Vitamin D 72.0IU	0%
Calcium 4437.7mg	0%
Iron 42.1mg	0%
Potassium 5175.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.3%

Protein: 26.0%

Carbs: 38.7%