Easy One-Skillet Lasagna Recipe

_{Love Lasagna but hate how long it takes to make it. Fret no more. You can make this easy one-skillet lasagna in less than 30 minutes. A fantastic weeknight dinner.}

Easy One-Skillet Lasagna

Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes Total Time: 35 Minutes Servings: 6 Servings

I do love a traditional lasagna, but honestly, it is a lot of work. And this mama doesn’t have the time to create a beautifully layered meal. Time-consuming dinners are not in my vocabulary. Whether you’re making this on a busy weeknight or part of a lovely Sunday dinner, you will love this recipe.

Even though this recipe doesn’t call for extra veggies with kids, I try to hide them as much as possible. Veggies I have added in that have gone unnoticed – chopped button mushrooms, chopped spinach shredded zucchini or summer squash, grated carrot, and small chopped-up broccoli florets.

Plus, don’t forget to pair this meal with these Simple Garlic Knots. And the next time you are looking for another one pan meal, be sure to check out the Chicken Cobbler Casserole Recipe.

Ingredients Needed

Please note you will find a printable recipe card below for your convenience.

• 12 oz Italian sausage
• Salt and pepper
• 24 oz pasta sauce
• 1 ½ cups water
• 8 oz rotini noodles
• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 4 oz mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup parmesan cheese
• fresh parsley – for garnish only

Ingredient Substitution Suggestion – You Substitute Cottage Cheese for the Ricotta Cheese. Some people don’t like the flavor or texture of ricotta cheese in lasagna (or this lasagna skillet). So cottage cheese is a great alternative. Simply substitute the cheese 1:1.

This recipe calls for 1 cup of ricotta, which can be replaced with 1 cup of cottage cheese. If you prefer.

How to Make This Skillet Lasagna

This recipe makes a lot of food- at least 6 servings- so make sure to use a large cast-iron skillet! 

STEP ONE: Add the Italian sausage to a large skillet and sprinkle salt and pepper over it. Cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, or until the meat is done, breaking the meat up as it cooks.

STEP TWO: Stir the sauce, water, noodles, and Italian seasoning into the skillet and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring often. If noodles are not tender enough, cook for an additional 5 minutes.

If you are adding veggies – And them in at this point in the cooking process.

STEP THREE: Add the ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, and parmesan cheese, and stir well to combine. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.

STEP FOUR: Stir well and top with more cheese if desired and serve hot topped with a bit of fresh parsley.

Storing leftovers

After making this recipe in its entirety, transfer leftovers to an airtight container and in the refrigerator for up to a week. And yes, you can freeze one pot skillet leftover. Again, place in an airtight container for up to 3-6 months in the freezer.

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