Skillet Lasagna Recipe

Craving lasagna but short on time? This skillet lasagna recipe is your weeknight lifesaver! Enjoy all the cheesy, comforting goodness of classic lasagna in under an hour. Quick, easy, and surprisingly delicious – it's a family favorite we make at least once a week!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 352.5 kcal
Protein 55g
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Ingredients for Skillet Lasagna

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How to Make Skillet Lasagna

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and chopped onion; sauté for 2 minutes until softened.
  3. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Stir in crushed tomatoes, water, tomato sauce, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add the broken lasagna noodles, stirring to combine.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
  7. In a medium bowl, combine cottage cheese, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and Parmesan cheese.
  8. Beat in the egg until well combined.
  9. Drop spoonfuls of the cheese mixture over the pasta in the skillet.
  10. Cover and cook for 5 more minutes.
  11. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top and let it melt slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

30g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Skillet Lasagna?

Skillet Lasagna takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Skillet Lasagna?

Skillet Lasagna has approximately 352.5 calories per serving, with about 55 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 26 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Skillet Lasagna?

The key ingredients for Skillet Lasagna are Olive Oil, Lean Ground Beef, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Diced Tomatoes, Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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