Craving a delicious lasagna but short on time? Get ready to revolutionize your weeknight dinner with the ultimate Fastfit Quick Skillet Lasagna - a mouthwatering meal that goes from pan to plate in just 30 minutes! This ingenious one-skillet wonder combines all the classic lasagna flavors you love with the convenience of a lightning-fast cooking method. Say goodbye to complicated layering and hello to a cheesy, saucy masterpiece that will have your family begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz lasagna noodles
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Break lasagna noodles into large, rough pieces and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add ground beef. Cook beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until completely browned and no pink remains, approximately 6-7 minutes.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet, leaving a small amount for flavor.
- Season the browned beef with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add broken lasagna noodles directly into the skillet with the ground beef.
- Pour marinara sauce over the noodles and beef, ensuring all noodles are covered and beginning to soften.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and cover the skillet. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once noodles are nearly tender, dollop ricotta cheese evenly across the top of the skillet.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the entire surface.
- Cover the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow sauce to set.
- Serve hot directly from the skillet, portioning into individual servings.
Tips
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor - especially your marinara sauce and cheeses.
- Break lasagna noodles into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Don't drain all the beef fat - a little adds incredible flavor to the dish.
- Stir occasionally while simmering to prevent noodles from sticking to the skillet.
- Use a non-stick skillet for easier cooking and cleanup.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the sauce to thicken and set.
- For extra flavor, consider adding garlic, Italian herbs, or red pepper flakes to the beef.
- If you prefer, you can substitute ground turkey or plant-based meat for the ground beef.
- Ensure your skillet has a tight-fitting lid for proper steam and cheese melting.
- Serve immediately while the cheese is still hot and wonderfully melty!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 550kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 40g
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 120mg
