Description
Cheesy Beef Lasagna Skillet is a delightful one-pan meal that captures the essence of comforting lasagna without the hassle. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines savory ground beef, rich marinara sauce, and three delicious cheeses, creating a flavor explosion that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an ideal solution for family gatherings or when you crave a hearty meal with minimal cleanup. Customize it by adding your favorite veggies or swapping out the meat—it’s a versatile crowd-pleaser guaranteed to please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 12 lasagna noodles (broken into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion (finely diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
- 1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook lasagna noodles in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the ground beef.
- Add onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; pour in marinara sauce and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in noodles until well coated with sauce.
- Top with spoonfuls of ricotta followed by mozzarella cheese.
- Broil for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Use quality ingredients for enhanced flavor. Adjust seasoning to suit your taste preferences. Easily swap ground beef for turkey or add veggies like spinach for additional nutrition.