Description
Skillet Lasagna is a quick and easy one-pan version of traditional lasagna, made with tender noodles, fresh vegetables, and three kinds of cheese. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal without the fuss or leftovers.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced yellow or white onion (about half a small onion)
- 4 white button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 (15-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce (unflavored purée)
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 5 uncooked lasagna noodles, broken into 2-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup full-fat ricotta cheese (room temperature)
- Fresh chopped basil and/or oregano, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, mushrooms, carrots, and a pinch of salt. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and spinach along with another pinch of salt. Cook for 1–2 minutes, until spinach wilts and garlic is fragrant.
- In a bowl, stir together diced tomatoes with their juices, tomato sauce, oregano, salt, and sugar (if using).
- Scatter broken lasagna noodles evenly over the vegetable mixture in the skillet.
- Pour the tomato mixture over the noodles, making sure they are fully covered.
- Cover and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until noodles are tender.
- Remove from heat and top with mozzarella, Parmesan, and ricotta. Stir gently to combine and melt the cheeses.
- Garnish with fresh chopped basil and/or oregano before serving.
Notes
- Use oven-ready or regular lasagna noodles—just ensure they’re covered in sauce to cook evenly.
- For added protein, stir in cooked ground meat or lentils with the tomato sauce.
- Use sugar to balance acidity from tomatoes if needed.
- Let sit for a few minutes before serving for easier scooping and better texture.
