Fast And Easy Skillet Pasta Recipe

Craving a delicious pasta dinner but short on time? This Fast & Easy Skillet Pasta recipe is your answer! Enjoy a flavorful, cheesy masterpiece ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan wonder requires minimal cleanup.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 1062.2 kcal
Protein 115g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fast And Easy Skillet Pasta

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How to Make Fast And Easy Skillet Pasta

  1. Heat a large skillet (at least 12 inches) over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and onion; cook, breaking up beef with a spoon, until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain any excess grease.
  2. Stir in spaghetti sauce and 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to low, and gently stir in the pasta. Ensure the pasta is fully submerged in the sauce.
  4. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until pasta is cooked through, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add a splash more water if needed to prevent dryness.
  5. Stir in ricotta cheese and cover; cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the flavors to blend.
  6. Stir in half of the shredded mozzarella. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella over the top.
  7. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the cheese to melt completely and the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

61 g

Sugar

81g

Fat

130g

Carbs

26g