This Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Lasagna with Ranch Drizzle takes two favorites—buffalo chicken dip and classic lasagna—and combines them into one irresistible, spicy comfort dish. With layers of buffalo chicken, pasta, cheese, and ranch dressing, it’s a bold twist on a traditional lasagna that’s perfect for game day, family dinners, or whenever you want to wow a crowd.
It’s creamy, cheesy, a little spicy, and incredibly filling. If you love buffalo wings and ranch, you’ll fall in love with this lasagna.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Mixture:
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup buffalo wing sauce (adjust to spice level)
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
For the Lasagna Layers:
- 12 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
For the Ranch Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1–2 tbsp milk (to thin, if needed)
Preparation Steps
Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: Make the Chicken Mixture
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until creamy and well coated.
Step 3: Assemble the Lasagna
- Spread a thin layer of chicken mixture in the bottom of the baking dish. Add a layer of lasagna noodles, then more chicken mixture, followed by mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on top.
Step 4: Bake
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes, until cheese is golden and bubbly.
Step 5: Drizzle and Garnish
- Mix ranch dressing with a little milk to thin, then drizzle over baked lasagna. Sprinkle with parmesan and green onions before serving.
Variation
- Extra Spicy: Add jalapeños or use hot buffalo sauce.
- Blue Cheese Twist: Swap ranch drizzle for blue cheese dressing.
- Low-Carb Version: Replace lasagna noodles with zucchini slices.
- Loaded Lasagna: Add layers of spinach, bell peppers, or corn for texture.
Cooking Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Cook noodles al dente so they don’t get mushy during baking.
- Let lasagna rest 10 minutes before slicing so layers set.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with garlic bread or a fresh green salad.
- Pair with celery and carrot sticks for a buffalo wing feel.
- Perfect for potlucks, game nights, and family-style dinners.
Tips
- Adjust buffalo sauce depending on your spice preference.
- Shred cheese from a block for the creamiest melt.
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge up to 4 days.
Prep Time / Cooking Time / Total Time
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour 5 minutes
Nutritional Info (per serving, approx. 10 servings)
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 32g
- Carbs: 30g
- Fat: 28g
- Sodium: 1080mg
FAQs
Q1: Can I make this lasagna ahead of time?
- Yes, assemble up to 24 hours ahead, cover, and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.
Q2: Can I freeze Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Lasagna?
- Yes, freeze unbaked lasagna for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 20 minutes.
Q3: What cheese works best?
- A blend of mozzarella and cheddar balances gooey melt with sharp flavor.
Q4: Can I make this less spicy?
- Use half buffalo sauce and half ranch, or choose a mild buffalo sauce.
Q5: Can I use no-boil noodles?
- Yes, but increase sauce slightly since they absorb more liquid while baking.
Conclusion
This Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Lasagna with Ranch Drizzle is the ultimate comfort food mash-up—spicy, creamy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for buffalo chicken lovers, it’s a hearty dish that’s just as good for weeknight family dinners as it is for game day gatherings. Gooey, cheesy, and drizzled with ranch, it’s a recipe that’s sure to become a household favorite.