Cheesy Beef Lasagna Skillet
Craving the comforting flavors of classic lasagna but short on time? This Cheesy Beef Lasagna Skillet has you covered! All the rich, saucy, cheesy goodness you love—tender pasta, seasoned ground beef, creamy ricotta, and gooey melted mozzarella—comes together in one skillet, no oven required. It’s a weeknight-friendly twist on a traditional favorite, made in under 30 minutes and with way less cleanup. Whether you’re cooking for the family or just want leftovers that taste like a warm hug, this skillet lasagna is about to become your new go-to comfort meal.
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
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
1/2 cup water
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions:
Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broken lasagna noodles and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Beef: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
Add Onion and Garlic: Stir in the diced onion and garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Season the Sauce: Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well to evenly coat the beef mixture.
Simmer with Sauce: Pour in the marinara sauce and water. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked noodles into the skillet. Stir until everything is well coated with the sauce.
Add Ricotta and Cheese: Drop spoonfuls of ricotta over the pasta, then top generously with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan.
Bake or Broil: If your skillet is oven-safe, place it under a preheated broiler for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbling. If not, cover and let it sit on low heat until cheese melts.
Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped basil or parsley and serve hot. Dig into that melty, cheesy goodness!
Nutritional Information:
⏰ Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
🔥 Kcal: Approximately 480 kcal per serving
🍽️ Servings: 4–6 servings