One-Pan Skillet Lasagna: Quick Comfort Dinner Recipe

Hearty, delicious Skillet Lasagna is a quick one‑pan recipe that makes a perfect weeknight pasta dinner—ready in about 30 minutes.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Skillet Lasagna is an easy, comforting meal that delivers all the flavors of traditional lasagna without the layers, long bake time, or extra dishes. It’s hearty, packed with cheesy goodness and a rich meat sauce, yet comes together in one pan in roughly 30 minutes—ideal for busy weeknights.

Skillet Lasagna Recipe

This is a favorite from my collection of reliable weeknight recipes. Everything cooks in the same skillet from start to finish, which saves time and minimizes cleanup. The uncooked broken lasagna noodles simmer in the sauce until tender, creating a comforting, saucy pasta dish topped with ricotta and Parmesan.

Skillet Lasagna Ingredients

For this recipe you will need the following:

• Olive oil – a small amount to sauté the aromatics.
• Onion – optional, but adds depth. If you don’t have fresh onion, substitute 1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
• Ground beef – a flavorful option such as 80/20 ground chuck works well; leaner beef or ground turkey can also be used.
• Seasonings – oregano (fresh or dried), a seasoning blend like Stone House Seasoning, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like heat.
• Tomato sauce – an unseasoned or simply flavored sauce lets you control the dish’s flavor. Homemade or store‑bought both work.
• Lasagna noodles – use uncooked noodles broken into 2‑inch pieces so they cook evenly in the skillet.
• Cheeses – grated Parmesan for topping and ricotta for creaminess.

How to Make Skillet Lasagna

Prep: Use a medium skillet that comes with a lid; if you don’t have a lid, you can cover the pan with foil during simmering.

Cook: Heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes, then drain any excess fat.

Stir in your seasoning blend, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), tomato sauce, and the broken lasagna noodles. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to medium‑low, cover, and simmer until the noodles are tender, about 20 minutes.

Serve: Remove the skillet from the heat and top with grated Parmesan, dollops of ricotta, and a sprinkle of fresh oregano if available. Serve hot.

What to Serve with Skillet Lasagna

A simple green salad and crusty bread make great accompaniments. The bread is perfect for mopping up extra sauce.

• Large house salad with Italian dressing
• Crusty baguette brushed with olive oil and a sprinkling of seasoning

How to Store

Make‑ahead: Cool completely, cover, and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Leftovers: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the oven until warmed through.

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