Skillet Lasagna
Skillet Lasagna is the ultimate one-pan comfort food that brings together layers of tender pasta, savory sauce, and gooey cheese in under an hour. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable with your favorite ingredients. Imagine gathering around the table with loved ones, sharing hearty portions of this bubbling masterpiece that everyone will adore. With its mouthwatering aroma and irresistible flavors, Skillet Lasagna is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 9 lasagna noodles (uncooked)
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach or basil
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ground beef; cook until browned.
- Drain excess fat, then pour in marinara sauce and let it simmer.
- Break lasagna noodles into thirds and layer them into the skillet, stirring gently.
- Dollop ricotta cheese on top, followed by mozzarella and Parmesan. Add fresh spinach or basil if using.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and cook on low heat for about 15-20 minutes until everything is bubbly.
- Remove from heat and let rest briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the dish (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, replace ground beef with mushrooms or lentils. Add extra veggies like zucchini or bell peppers for added nutrition. Use high-quality cheese for enhanced flavor and texture.