Cooks Country Skillet Lasagna

Experience the ultimate comfort food with Cooks Country Skillet Lasagna, a one-pan wonder that brings all the hearty flavors of traditional lasagna to your stovetop in just 45 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe layers tender lasagna noodles with a rich, savory sauce made from ground beef, crushed tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. The addition of creamy ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and nutty Parmesan creates a luscious, cheesy finish that’s hard to resist. With minimal prep and cleanup, this skillet lasagna is a family-friendly dinner solution that doesn’t sacrifice flavor. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, it’s a comforting classic that’s ready to serve right out of the skillet!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 noodles uncooked lasagna noodles, broken into 2-inch pieces
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces, about 5-6 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the broken lasagna noodles to the skillet. Stir gently, ensuring the noodles are fully submerged in the sauce.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender.

Step 8

In the last 5 minutes of cook time, dollop the ricotta cheese evenly over the top of the skillet mixture.

Step 9

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the top. Cover the skillet again and let the cheese melt, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 10

Once the cheese has melted and everything is heated through, remove the skillet from heat.

Step 11

Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top as a garnish.

Step 12

Serve hot directly from the skillet and enjoy this comforting, one-pan meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2381.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2856.4

Total Fat 186.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 672.5mg	0%
Sodium 4312.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 33.4g
Protein 193.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3336.1mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 3210.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.3%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 16.3%