Easy Skillet Lasagna

This easy 30 minute Skillet Lasagna is my current favorite dinner recipe. Made in just one pan this hearty recipe gives you all the great flavors of traditional Lasagna but in less time!

Things around here have been crazy lately. It seems like every time I turn around my to do list is longer and I have less time to get it all done. So lately I’ve been really looking for and cooking recipes that are fast, easy, and convenient. Recipes like this one for Spicy Sausage and Penne Pasta, Cajun Chicken Pasta, and 30 Minute Skillet Tortellini 

How to make 30 Minute Skillet Lasagna: 

Ingredients: 

• Italian Sausage
• Jarred Marinara Sauce 
• Bowtie Pasta
• Onion
• Bell Pepper
• Mozzarella Cheese
• Ricotta Cheese
• Italian Seasoning 
• Garlic Powder
• Red Pepper Flakes
• Olive Oil
• Salt and Pepper 

Instructions: 

1. In a large skillet over medium high heat warm olive oil then add the chopped onions and bell peppers. Sauté until the the peppers are tender and onions are translucent. 
2. Add the Italian sausage and season with salt and pepper. to the sautéd onion and bell peppers and cook until no longer pink. Drain the excess fat from the skillet. Return skillet to the stove.
3. Pour in the jar of marinara sauce, add the Italian Seasoning and garlic powder, season with a little more salt and pepper. Stir to combine. 
4. Bring everything to a boil. Then add the pasta to the pot, cover and simmer on low for 12 minutes stirring occasionally. 
5. When pasta is ready  stir in the Ricotta cheese, then sprinkle Mozzarella cheese over the top. Replace the and cook until the cheese is melted. 
6. Garnish with parsley and grated parmesan cheese if desired.

Substitutions and Variations: 

Swap the Protein: I made this with Italian sausage but a pound of ground beef is also excellent choice for this recipe.

Add Some Sautéed Vegetables: When cooking the chopped onions and bell peppers you could add some more vegetables to the pan. Finely diced carrots, zucchini, sliced mushrooms or even eggplant are somesuggestions.

Other Pasta Choices: I used farfalle pasta but you can break regular lasagna noodles into smaller pieces, or even use penne if that’s what you have on hand. 

Time Saving Tip: 

Keeping frozen vegetables like chopped onion and peppers in your freezer is a great time saver. No need to thaw just measure out what you need and toss them in the pan. They will thaw quickly and leave very little if any water in your recipe. 

What to serve with Skillet Lasagna: 

I recommend serving this Easy Skillet Lasagna with a green salad and a loaf for crusty Garlic Bread and you’ve got a great meal. 

Happy Cooking Y’all! 

Susanne 

5 from 1 vote

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Skillet Lasagna

This easy 30 minute Skillet Lasagna is my current favorite dinner recipe. Made in just one pan this hearty recipe gives you all the great flavors of traditional Lasagna but if less time!


Course Dinner

Cuisine American, Italian American

Keyword 30 Minute Dinner, Lasagna Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings 8 servings

Calories 442 kcal

Susanne Susanne

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup small chopped green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup small chopped red bell pepper
• 1 small chopped onion about a cup
• 1 lb. Italian Sausage
• 1 24 oz. jar marinara sauce
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Parmesan Cheese garnish
• Parsley garnish
• 16 oz bowtie pasta

Instructions

1. In a large skillet (with a lid) over medium high heat warm olive oil then add the chopped onions and bell peppers. Sauté until the the peppers are tender and onions are translucent.

2. Add the Italian sausage and season with salt and pepper. to the sautéd onion and bell peppers and cook until no longer pink. Drain the excess fat from the skillet. Return skillet to the stove.
3. Pour in the jar of marinara sauce, add the Italian Seasoning and garlic powder, season with a little more salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Bring everything to a boil. Then add the pasta to the pot, cover and simmer on low for 12 minutes stirring occasionally.

5. When pasta is ready stir in the Ricotta cheese, then sprinkle Mozzarella cheese over the top. Cover with a lid and cook until the cheese is melted.

6. Garnish with parsley and grated parmesan cheese if desired.

Recipe Notes

1. A pound of ground beef is also excellent choice for this recipe.
2. you can break regular lasagna noodles into smaller pieces, or even use penne to make this recipe.
3. Nutritional information is estimated. Amounts will vary based on ingredient choices and serving sizes.

Nutrition Facts

Skillet Lasagna

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 442 Calories from Fat 198

% Daily Value*

Fat 22g34%

Saturated Fat 7g44%

Polyunsaturated Fat 3g

Monounsaturated Fat 11g

Cholesterol 43mg14%

Sodium 420mg18%

Potassium 286mg8%

Carbohydrates 44g15%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 16g32%

Vitamin A 23IU0%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 27mg3%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.