I love lasagna! This skillet lasagna is the perfect dish for busy weeknights when I want the cheesy goodness of lasagna in a flash. It requires only one skillet and can be made in less than 30 minutes.

Plus, it’s versatile, and you can customize it to your taste. You can also make it ahead of time as it reheats beautifully.

So, next time you’re in a rush, try this cheesy and comforting skillet lasagna, and your family will thank you!

Why Skillet Lasagna

So, let me tell you why making cheesy lasagna in one skillet is the way to go.

First, it saves you time and effort.

Second, you get a perfectly cooked dish with all the flavors melding together in one pan. It’s almost hard for me to describe.

The texture of the cheeses, the meaty sauce, and the crispiness of the top cheesy layer just come together to make the most fantastic lasagna. The heat distributes evenly, so no burnt edges or unevenly cooked bits exist.

Oh, and did I mention how the cheese on top gets a beautiful golden crust without turning rubbery or being overcooked?

Continue to the end of this post for the printable ingredients and instructions. Then grab your skillet, and let’s get cookin’ that delicious, cheesy lasagna!

How to Make Skillet Lasagna

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and or pork for 5-7 minutes over medium-high heat until browned—season with salt, thyme, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, fennel seeds, sage, and pepper. Drain
Add the pasta sauce and broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Add the cooked lasagna noodles to the skillet. Use a utensil to make sure the noodles are submerged in the sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid. Cook for 20-25 minutes or until the noodles are tender. Taste for seasoning and adjust if needed.
Mix the ricotta cheese, 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese in a separate bowl.
Once the noodles are tender, remove the lid from the skillet—spoon dollops of the cheese mixture over the top of the lasagna. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese on top.
Cover the skillet again and cook for 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Serve hot, and enjoy!

Substitutions and Additions

This recipe is easy to customize, and making this doesn’t have to be intimidating or time-consuming. Try adding different types of cheese or experimenting with different pasta sauces to make the recipe exactly to your liking.

Meat: You can substitute ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.

Vegetables: You can pack in this dish as little or as many veggies as you want. Sometimes I like to add spinach and finely diced carrots to this lasagna. If adding carrots, add them with the onions so they have time to cook and become tender.

If adding spinach, you will want to add it just before adding in the ricotta cheese mixture.

Skillet Lasagna

Yield: 5

This delicious and satisfying skillet lasagna is perfect for a quick, easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

1 lb ground meat
1 onion, diced
1 tsp salt
pinch of red pepper flakes
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp sage
1 tsp fennel seeds
1 tsp dried thyme
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup parm, grated
2 cups mozzarella, shredded
1 lb lasagna pasta broken into 2 inch pieces
1 24 ounce jar or marinara sauce
1 1/2 cup of chicken broth or water
pinch of sugar

Instructions

Put pasta water on to boil.

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onion for 5-7 minutes over medium-high heat until browned—season with salt, thyme, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, fennel seeds, sage, and pepper. Drain.

Boil pasta until al dente; drain the lasagna noodles.

Add the pasta sauce and broth or water to the skillet. Add the pinch of sugar and stir to combine.

Add the broken lasagna noodles to the skillet. Use a utensil to make sure the noodles are submerged in the sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Taste for seasoning and adjust if needed.

Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid. Cook for 20-25 minutes or until the noodles are tender.

Mix the ricotta cheese, 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese in a separate bowl.

Once the noodles are tender, remove the lid from the skillet. Spoon dollops of the cheese mixture over the top of the lasagna. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese on top.

Cover the skillet again and cook for 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Serve hot, and enjoy!

It’s that simple! An easy and delicious One-Pan Weeknight Skillet Lasagna Recipe that will please even the pickiest eaters. With just one pan, you can have a satisfying meal that your whole family will enjoy.

The best part is this recipe takes only a fraction of the time compared to traditional lasagna. Give it a try, and let me know how it turns out!

Happy cooking!

Dinner in a Pinch: How to Make Skillet Lasagna