Skillet Lasagna with Italian Sausage and Butternut Squash

Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Skillet Lasagna with Italian Sausage and Butternut Squash—a one-pan wonder that’s bursting with bold flavors and comforting textures. Perfectly seasoned Italian sausage is paired with sweet, tender butternut squash, creating a hearty base that’s simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with garlic and fresh basil. Broken lasagna noodles cook directly in the sauce, absorbing its robust flavors, while a luscious trio of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan melts beautifully on top for a creamy, gooey finish. Ready in under an hour, this skillet lasagna is a quick and hassle-free twist on the classic dish, perfect for cozy family dinners. Garnish with fresh basil for a vibrant touch and serve straight from the skillet for a rustic, comforting meal that's sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and diced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup water
• 8 sheets dried lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large, oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the butternut squash to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, water, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the broken lasagna noodles to the skillet, pressing them down to submerge in the sauce. Cover the skillet and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender.

Step 7

Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low.

Step 8

Drop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese over the lasagna mixture. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly across the top.

Step 9

Cover the skillet and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheeses are melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with fresh basil. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm, and enjoy the rich flavors of this comforting skillet lasagna!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2786.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4981.5

Total Fat 254.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 656.0mg	0%
Sodium 8412.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 473.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.4g	0%
Total Sugars 47.0g
Protein 219.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3218.6mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 5397.8mg	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: 45.2%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 37.4%