Cast Iron Skillet Lasagna
This Cast Iron Skillet Lasagna is a quick and easy one-pan dinner that brings all the comforting flavors of traditional lasagna to your table in just 30 minutes. With minimal prep and easy cleanup, this skillet lasagna is sure to become a regular addition to your dinner rotation!
Servings: 6
Calories: 511kcal
Ingredients
- 12 oz italian sausage
- salt and pepper to taste
- 24 oz pasta sauce
- 1 ½ cups water
- 8 oz rotini noodles
- 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Add the Italian sausage to a large skillet and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, or until the meat is cooked through, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Stir the sauce, water, noodles, and Italian seasoning into the skillet and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring often. If noodles are not tender enough, cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add the ricotta cheese, and half of the mozzarella and parmesan cheese, and stir well to combine.
- Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, then top with the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
- Serve hot, and enjoy!
Notes
Tips and Substitutions
Variations
- Swap the protein by using ground beef, ground turkey, ground chicken, or a combination of beef and Italian sausage.
- Choose hot Italian sausage or add crushed red pepper flakes to make it spicy!
- Stir in mushrooms, spinach, zucchini, diced bell peppers, or onions while browning the meat to add a veggie twist.
- Use a different pasta like penne, fusilli, cavatappi, or small shells, all of which work well if you don't have rotini.
Pro Tips
- Use a large cast-iron skillet or another deep, oven-safe skillet to give the pasta plenty of room to cook.
- Stir the pasta occasionally while simmering to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the skillet!
- Keep an eye on the liquid level. If the sauce becomes too thick before the pasta is tender, add a splash of water or broth.
- Taste the pasta before adding the cheeses. Continue simmering for a few extra minutes if you'd like softer noodles.
Nutrition
Calories: 511kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 1177mg | Potassium: 637mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 849IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 279mg | Iron: 3mg
