Description
This Best Ever Skillet Lasagna is a comforting, easy one-pan meal combining the rich flavors of ground beef, tomatoes, and cheeses cooked together in a skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights, this stovetop lasagna cooks tender noodles and melts gooey cheese all in one dish, delivering classic Italian-American taste with less fuss and cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Tomato Sauce and Liquids
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
Pasta and Cheese
- 8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed to avoid greasiness.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Sauces and Broth: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth, stirring everything to combine thoroughly with the beef mixture.
- Cook Noodles in Sauce: Add broken lasagna noodles to the skillet, pressing them gently into the liquid so they are mostly submerged. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender.
- Add Ricotta Cheese: Drop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese over the surface of the skillet. Gently swirl the ricotta into the mixture without fully mixing it in for a creamy texture.
- Top with Mozzarella and Parmesan: Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses over the top. Cover the skillet again and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheeses have melted beautifully.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and let rest for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld and the lasagna to set. Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving warm.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef if preferred for a lighter option.
- For extra flavor and a slight kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the spices.
- If the sauce becomes too thick during cooking, stir in a splash of additional broth or water to loosen it.
