One Skillet Lasagna Pasta

All the classic flavors of lasagna in an easy, one-pan meal that’s ready in 30 minutes!

By @cookingwithcaitlynskitchen

Original recipe source

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb mild Italian sausage
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 24 oz marinara sauce
• 12 oz Mafalda (mini lasagna noodles)
• 0 chicken broth (additional if needed)
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0 parsley
• 0 salt
• 0 pepper
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0 ricotta mixture
• 0 parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage and diced onion until the sausage is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess grease if needed.
2. Stir in the Italian seasoning, parsley, garlic powder, basil, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and marinara sauce. Stir well to combine.
4. Add the uncooked Mafalda pasta and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook according to the pasta package directions, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender. Add additional broth if needed.
5. While the pasta cooks, combine the ricotta cheese, ½ cup mozzarella cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
6. Once the pasta is cooked, top the skillet with the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
7. Add dollops of the ricotta mixture over the top.
8. Cover the skillet for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish with additional parsley if desired and serve warm.