Description
This Easy One Pot Skillet Lasagna is a delicious and convenient twist on traditional lasagna, combining hearty ground meat or a vegetarian alternative with marinara sauce, broken lasagna noodles, and a blend of cheeses, all cooked together in a single skillet for an effortless yet comforting meal.
Ingredients
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Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef, Italian sausage, or a vegetarian alternative
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chopped spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers (optional for extra nutrition)
Liquids and Seasonings
- 3 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
Carbohydrates
- 8 oz lasagna noodles (broken into smaller pieces)
Cheeses
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prep the Protein. Heat a deep, large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, Italian sausage, or your vegetarian alternative and cook until browned, breaking the meat apart with a spoon. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
- Simmer the Sauce. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in marinara sauce, water or broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the Noodles. Break the lasagna noodles into smaller pieces and add them directly into the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce for even cooking. Cover the skillet and let everything simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add the Cheese. Once the noodles are tender, stir in ricotta cheese thoroughly. Then sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the skillet.
- Finish Cooking. Cover the skillet again and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Serve and Enjoy. Garnish your skillet lasagna with fresh basil or parsley for added color and flavor. Serve hot straight from the skillet, accompanied by garlic bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground meat with plant-based crumbles or extra vegetables.
- Breaking noodles into smaller pieces helps them cook faster and absorb more sauce flavors.
- Stir occasionally during simmering to prevent noodles from sticking to the pan.
- Use broth instead of water for extra flavor in the noodles.
- Customize with your favorite vegetables for added nutrition and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: one pot lasagna, skillet lasagna, easy lasagna recipe, quick dinner, stovetop lasagna, Italian comfort food
