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    Home » Recipes » Main Dish

    February 10, 2023

    Skillet Lasagna

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    This one pot Skillet Lasagna has all the components of a classic lasagna, but in a quick and easy 30-minute recipe!

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    This post is sponsored by Iowa Pork Producers Association,
    but all opinions and text are my own!

    With layers of noodles, cheese and meaty sauce, there’s nothing about a good lasagna I don’t love!!  Well, except for the time it takes to make all the separate layers and then piecing them together.  Let’s be honest, sometimes we just don’t have time for that!!

    Then in enters Skillet Lasagna!  All the components of a classic lasagna, but made in a fraction of the time.  Still comforting, cheesy and absolutely delicious! 

    I start this skillet lasagna recipe with a pound of Italian sausage.  Adding sausage, rather than plain ground beef or pork, instantly adds flavor to the dish.  It also adds lots of protein – in fact, a serving of this dish provides 30 grams of protein!

    And if you’re new here, you might not know that I grew up on a pig farm in Iowa (the #1 pork-producing state, by the way!!).  Most of that pork is eaten here in the United States and we would love for more people to understand that when you buy pork at any grocery store across the United States, you are supporting family farms in Iowa (like ours!) across the country!

    Ingredients needed for skillet lasagna laid out on a white background.

    Ingredients Needed

    • Ground Italian Sausage – You can use sweet, mild or hot Italian sausage, depending on your preference.  If you can’t find the ground sausage, you can use Italian sausage links and remove the meat from the casings.
    • Onion – I use yellow onion for this recipe.  If you’re in a rush and don’t have time to chop up an onion, you can skip it and add 2 tablespoons dried minced onion when the other seasonings are added.
    • Canned Crushed Tomatoes
    • Water
    • Italian Seasoning
    • Sugar
    • Garlic Powder
    • Salt
    • Lasagna Noodles – For this recipe you’ll use regular noodles (NOT the “no-boil” lasagna noodles).  You can also use gluten free lasagna noodles.
    • Ricotta Cheese – I personally love the flavor and texture of ricotta.  However, you can opt for cottage cheese.
    • Mozzarella Cheese

    How to make my Skillet Lasagna recipe

    You’ll start by cooking the sausage and onions.  I like to start with just the sausage and use a meat chopper to chop the meat up well.  Then, I add the onions and stir until the meat is browned and the onions have begun to cook.

    Ground sausage and onions being browned in a skillet.

    Next, we’ll add the crushed tomatoes, water and the seasonings.  Give it a stir and bring it to a boil.

    A skillet with sausage and onions, crushed tomatoes, water and seasonings.

    While that’s coming to a boil, we’ll prep the lasagna noodles.  Break the lasagna noodles into 1-inch pieces and set aside.

    Lasagna noodles broken into small pieces for Lasagna Skillet.

    Once the mixture has come to a boil, stir in the noodles.  Place the lid on the skillet and let it cook for 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the noodles are tender. 

    Lasagna skillet being made in a large pan.

    Now we’ll dollop the ricotta (or cottage cheese) and sprinkle the mozzarella cheese on top. 

    Skillet lasagna with ricotta cheese dolloped on top.

    Remove from the heat, add the lid and let it set for about 5 minutes.  This will give the lasagna time to set up a bit and the cheese to be nice and melty.

    Cheese covering a pan full of pasta.

    Remove the lid, sprinkle with parmesan and parsley, if desired and enjoy!!

    Scoop of Skillet Lasagna on a white plate with the skillet full in the background.
    What size skillet do I need?

    You’ll need a pretty large skillet for this.  I use a deep 12-inch skillet with a lid.  If you don’t have a large skillet, you could also use a large saucepan or pot with a lid.

    Can I use no-boil noodles for this skillet lasagna recipe?

    This recipe was created with regular noodles, so no boil noodles will not work well in it.  It simply won’t soak up the water like the regular noodles will and you’ll end up with a soupy dish!

    How should I store leftovers?

    Let the dish cool a bit, then store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

    Forkful of pasta with cheese pulling under it.

    What to Serve with this 30 minute Skillet Lasagna

    Keeping with the “quick & easy” topic, my garlic bread spread is always a hit!!  Lather it on a loaf of French bread, toast and serve!  A simple green salad or bowl of fresh fruit is another great option.

    More Quick & Easy Pork Recipes to Try!

    Ravioli Soup

    Teriyaki Pork Stir Fry

    Honey Garlic Pork Chops

    Sheet Pan Pork Loin

    Overhead view of a lasagna skillet with parsley on top for garnish.

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    Skillet Lasagna topped with cheese and parsley.

    Skillet Lasagna

    kelsey
    This one pot Skillet Lasagna has all the components of a classic lasagna, but in a quick and easy 30-minute recipe!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 6 people
    Calories 465 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 large skillet with lid

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 pound ground Italian sausage
    • ½ cup diced onion
    • One 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
    • 2 ½ cups water
    • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
    • 1 tablespoon sugar
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 8 ounces uncooked lasagna noodles (9 noodles)
    • 1 cup ricotta cheese
    • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
    • grated parmesan and parsley for garnish optional

    Instructions
     

    • Add the sausage to a large skillet. Let it cook for a couple minutes, then add the onions.
    • Continue to cook the sausage and onions until the sausage is browned and the onions are translucent.
    • Add the crushed tomatoes, water, Italian seasoning, sugar, garlic powder and salt; bring to a boil.
    • Break the uncooked lasagna noodles into 1-inch pieces and stir into the sauce; cover with a lid.
    • Let boil, stirring frequently, for 18-20 minutes or until the pasta is tender and the sauce is thickened.
    • Add dollops of ricotta cheese on top then cover in mozzarella cheese; remove from heat.
    • Cover with a lid and let set for a few minutes or until the cheese is melted.
    • Top with grated parmesan and parsley, if desired.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 465kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 30gFat: 18.7gSaturated Fat: 9.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.9gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 65.8mgSodium: 1073mgPotassium: 663mgFiber: 4.4gSugar: 10.4gVitamin A: 220IUVitamin C: 14.6mgCalcium: 336.7mgIron: 6.8mg
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    1. Samantha Edgington says

      February 14, 2023 at 10:50 am

      5 stars
      Whole family loved it!

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      • kelsey says

        February 22, 2023 at 3:10 pm

        So happy to hear!!! 🙂 ~Kelsey

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