This skinnier version of one of my favourite comfort foods swaps out noodles for strips of one of my favourite vegetables – zucchini! This recipe is a great way to enjoy lasagna for fewer calories.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil (in an oil mister)
  • 454 gram package extra lean ground chicken (1 lb)
  • 1/2 medium onion
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 796 mL can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
  • 1/2 tbsp each of dried basil, oregano and chili flakes if desired
  • 4 medium zucchini sliced 1/4″ thick
  • 500 g container fat free cottage cheese (15 oz)
  • 150 g part-skim mozzarella cheese, grated (about 2/3 cup)

Instructions:

  1. oil mister
  2. fine mesh stainless steel strainer
  3. grill pan
  4. panini press

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