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Easy Skillet Stovetop Lasagna Recipe

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This Easy Skillet Stovetop Lasagna delivers all the comforting flavors of classic lasagna with a simplified, one-pan method perfect for busy weeknights. Ground beef, Italian sausage, and tender noodles cook in a rich marinara sauce right on the stove, topped with a creamy ricotta mixture and melty cheeses for a no-fuss, delicious dinner.

Ingredients

Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1/2 lb. bulk sweet Italian sausage
  • 1 cup yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Seasonings and Sauces

  • 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • 1 24-oz. jar marinara sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups water

Pasta

  • 8 lasagna noodles, uncooked and broken into roughly 2-3-inch pieces

Cheese Mixture

  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 tsp. dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella, divided

Garnish

  • 1/4 cup basil leaves, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook Meat and Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, Italian sausage, and chopped onion. Cook while breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon until the meat is no longer pink and the onion is translucent. Drain excess fat from the skillet. Return the skillet to the stove and add minced garlic. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add Sauce and Noodles: Stir in Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, marinara sauce, water, and the broken lasagna noodles. Mix everything thoroughly to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the skillet and let it cook for 15 minutes, allowing the noodles to soften and absorb the sauce flavors.
  3. Prepare Cheese Mixture: While the noodles cook, combine ricotta cheese, egg, half of the parmesan cheese, dried parsley, salt, pepper, and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and well blended.
  4. Add Cheese on Top: Once the noodles have cooked, dollop the ricotta cheese mixture evenly over the noodles in the skillet. Cover the skillet again and cook for an additional 5 minutes to allow the cheese to warm and meld with the pasta.
  5. Finish and Serve: Remove the lid and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and freshly chopped basil leaves over the top. Serve the lasagna hot, straight from the skillet.

Notes

  • Breaking the lasagna noodles into smaller pieces helps them cook evenly and fit better in the skillet.
  • Be sure to drain excess fat after cooking the meat to avoid a greasy final dish.
  • Covering the skillet during cooking is essential to properly steam and soften the noodles.
  • This recipe can be adapted with ground turkey or plant-based sausage for different dietary preferences.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.

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