One-Pan Cheesy Skillet Vegetable Lasagna
No layering. No fuss. Just all the cozy, cheesy lasagna flavor you love—made in one skillet!
This easy skillet lasagna is packed with tender vegetables, rich marinara sauce, perfectly cooked noodles, and plenty of gooey melted cheese. It’s a delicious vegetarian comfort meal that comes together in about 30 minutes, with minimal cleanup and maximum flavor!
Ingredients
– 1 small onion, finely diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup sliced mushrooms
– ½ cup diced carrots
– 1 jar (about 24 oz) marinara sauce
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
– 2 cups water or vegetable broth
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– ½ cup ricotta cheese, optional
– Salt and black pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
1. Sauté the vegetables:
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, mushrooms, and carrots. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
2. Add the lasagna ingredients:
Stir in the marinara sauce, broken lasagna noodles, water or vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Gently stir everything together.
3. Simmer until tender:
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the noodles are tender and the sauce has thickened.
4. Add the cheese:
Spoon dollops of ricotta over the top, then generously sprinkle with shredded mozzarella.
5. Melt and brown:
Place the skillet under the broiler for 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden. Keep a close eye on it!
6. Garnish and serve:
Sprinkle with fresh parsley or basil, let it cool for a couple of minutes, then serve warm and enjoy!
Total Time
Prep: 10 minutes | Cook: 20 minutes | Total: About 30 minutes
Helpful Tips
– Add zucchini, bell peppers, spinach, or chopped broccoli for even more vegetables.
– For extra flavor, sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the mozzarella before broiling.
– If the skillet mixture becomes too thick before the noodles are fully cooked, add a splash of water or broth.
– For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
– Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for an easy next-day lunch or dinner.
Serving Suggestion
Serve this bubbling skillet lasagna with a crisp green salad, warm garlic bread, or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
One skillet, simple ingredients, loads of cheesy goodness—and absolutely no stressful layering!
