🍝 Easy Italian Lasagna Skillet Recipe | One-Pan Dinner in 30 Minutes
This Italian Lasagna Skillet recipe is a quick, one-pan version of classic lasagna—made in just 30 minutes! Easy, cheesy, and full of authentic Italian flavor.
📝 Introduction
Craving lasagna but don’t have time to layer and bake? This Italian Lasagna Skillet is the answer! All the rich, cheesy goodness of traditional lasagna, but cooked in one pan on the stovetop — perfect for busy weeknights and lazy weekends. Quick, hearty, and family-approved!
✅ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🕒 Ready in just 30 minutes
- 🍳 One pan = less mess
- 🇮🇹 Authentic Italian flavor
- 🧀 Extra cheesy and satisfying
- 🥘 Budget-friendly and customizable
🍅 Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 450g (1 lb) ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes or marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups water or beef broth
- 8–10 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (or cottage cheese)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the Meat
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onions and garlic, sauté for 2–3 minutes.
- Add ground beef or sausage. Cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Add Seasonings & Sauce
- Stir in salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and water (or broth). Mix well.
3. Add Noodles
- Stir in broken lasagna noodles.
- Press down so they’re mostly submerged in the liquid.
- Cover and simmer for 15–18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender.
4. Add the Cheeses
- Drop spoonfuls of ricotta on top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly.
- Cover for another 2–3 minutes until cheese melts.
5. Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle fresh herbs on top.
- Serve hot with garlic bread or salad.
🍽️ Tips & Variations
- Add spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini for extra veggies
- Use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner option
- For a spicy kick, use hot Italian sausage
- Swap ricotta for cottage cheese to make it lighter
❄️ Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Reheat in the skillet or microwave with a splash of water
- Not ideal for freezing due to the noodles’ texture
📌 Final Thoughts
This one-pan lasagna skillet brings the soul of Italy to your dinner table in half the time! It’s a fast, filling, and flavorful meal that tastes like it simmered all day. Try it once and it’ll be a regular on your weekly menu.
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