Description

This Skillet Lasagna recipe offers a quick and easy way to enjoy classic lasagna flavors without the fuss of layering and baking. Ground beef simmers in a savory tomato sauce with broken lasagna noodles, all cooked together in one pan, topped with creamy ricotta and melted mozzarella cheeses for a comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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Meat and Vegetables

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced

Spices and Seasonings

1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Tomato Sauce

1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup water

Pasta

8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into pieces

Cheeses

3/4 cup ricotta cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Brown the Meat: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks to ensure even cooking and no large chunks remain.
Sauté Onion: Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent, which will add sweetness and depth to the dish.
Add Garlic and Seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for an additional minute, allowing the garlic and spices to become fragrant.
Add Tomato Components: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water. Stir well to combine all ingredients into a flavorful sauce base.
Add Noodles: Submerge broken lasagna noodles into the sauce, pressing them down if necessary to ensure they are covered by the liquid to cook thoroughly.
Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender and have absorbed the sauce flavors.
Add Cheeses and Melt: Spoon dollops of ricotta cheese over the top, then evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan. Cover the skillet again and cook for 3-4 minutes until the cheeses have melted and are bubbly.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the lid and sprinkle chopped fresh basil or parsley over the lasagna for a fresh, vibrant finish. Serve hot directly from the skillet.

Notes

You can substitute ground turkey or Italian sausage for the ground beef to vary the flavor and fat content.
Add chopped spinach or zucchini to increase the vegetable content and nutritional value without changing the cooking time significantly.
For faster cooking, use oven-ready lasagna noodles, but adjust liquid amounts to ensure proper simmering.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 520
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 760mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 80mg