Description
Skillet lasagna combines the classic flavors of Italy into a delicious, comforting dish that’s quick and easy to prepare. With layers of savory ground meat, gooey cheese, and rich marinara sauce, this one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Not only does it deliver maximum flavor with minimal cleanup, but it also invites creativity—feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Enjoy a slice of this hearty skillet lasagna that will make you feel right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or sausage
- 9 oz no-boil lasagna noodles (broken into pieces)
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef or sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic and onion; sauté until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add marinara sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Break lasagna noodles into pieces and layer them in the skillet. Dollop ricotta cheese on top and sprinkle mozzarella evenly.
- Cover the skillet and lower the heat to let simmer for 20–25 minutes until noodles are tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from heat, add Parmesan, garnish with basil, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg