Spicy Skillet Lasagna

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0

Spicy Skillet Lasagna recipe, a quick and easy one-pot dinner perfect for busy weeknights

by The Chefin Italian

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

557

Sugar

Fat

36g

Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that is loved around the world. However, it can be time-consuming and messy to prepare, which is why this Spicy Skillet Lasagna recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. This one-pot dinner has all the flavors of a traditional lasagna, but it cooks up quickly and easily in a skillet on the stovetop. The dish gets its spicy kick from the addition of diced tomatoes with chilies, but you can adjust the level of heat to your liking. Overall, this Spicy Skillet Lasagna is a delicious and easy way to enjoy one of your favorite Italian dishes!

Instructions

1.	Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up into small pieces as you cook.
2.	Add pasta sauce and diced tomatoes to the skillet and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
3.	In a small bowl, mix together ricotta cheese and beaten egg.
4.	Place a layer of no-boil lasagna noodles over the top of the sauce, breaking them up as needed to fit into the skillet.
5.	Spoon half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, spreading evenly. Top with a layer of mozzarella cheese.
6.	Repeat layers of noodles, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella cheese until all ingredients are used up.
7.	Cover the skillet with a lid or foil and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This one-pot Spicy Skillet Lasagna recipe is quick and easy to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights.

It’s also a great way to use up leftover ground beef or pasta sauce.

Plus, it’s a crowd-pleaser that the whole family will love!

CONS

While this Spicy Skillet Lasagna is delicious, it’s not the healthiest of recipes.

It’s high in calories and fat, and can be heavy on the stomach.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe may not be the healthiest, it does contain some nutrients that are beneficial to the body.
Tomatoes, for example, are high in antioxidants like lycopene which may help prevent certain types of cancer.
Ricotta cheese contains calcium and vitamin D, which are important for healthy bones.
And while red meat should be enjoyed in moderation, beef is a good source of protein and iron which are important for overall health.

	1 lb ground beef
	1 jar pasta sauce with mushrooms
	1 can diced tomatoes , drained
	1 cup ricotta cheese
	1 large egg , beaten
	1 package no-boil lasagna noodles
	1 cup mozzarella cheese