Skillet Lasagna Recipe: Comfort Food in Just One Pan

Enjoy this Skillet Lasagna Recipe, a quick one-pan meal that captures all the gooey, cheesy goodness of classic lasagna.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian-American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meat

1 lb Ground Beef or Turkey Substitute with ground turkey or omit for vegetarian option.

For the Pasta

9 oz Lasagna Noodles Use uncooked noodles.

For the Sauce

24 oz Marinara Sauce Homemade or store-bought.

For the Cheese

15 oz Ricotta Cheese Can be swapped with cottage cheese.
2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Consider mixing in Parmesan.

For Seasoning

1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Adjust to taste.
1 tsp Garlic Powder Or use fresh minced garlic.
1 small Onion Optional.

Equipment

large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Brown the meat in a large skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Add garlic powder and chopped onion (if using), sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
Pour in the marinara sauce and break the lasagna noodles into smaller pieces before adding, ensuring they're submerged.
Add dollops of ricotta cheese and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, stir gently, cover, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes.
Once bubbling and noodles are tender, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and cover again, cooking until melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Pair with a side of fresh salad or Lemon Oatmeal Cookies for a complete meal.

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