Ninja 3 in 1 Hearty Skillet Lasagna
Get ready to fall in love with the ultimate comfort food makeover: Ninja 3-in-1 Hearty Skillet Lasagna! This one-pot wonder combines the bold flavors of traditional lasagna with the ease and efficiency of the Ninja 3-in-1 appliance, making it a perfect weeknight dinner solution. Tender lasagna noodles are simmered directly in a rich, homemade meat sauce, then topped with dollops of creamy ricotta and a mouthwatering blend of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Using simple pantry staples like crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and tomato paste, this recipe delivers big, cheesy lasagna flavor with minimal cleanup. Ready in just 40 minutes and cooked entirely in one skillet, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that doesn’t sacrifice convenience. Garnished with fresh basil for an extra pop of freshness, this hearty lasagna is as stunning on the table as it is easy to make. Perfect for feeding the family or impressing guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups water
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Set the Ninja 3-in-1 appliance to the 'Stovetop High' setting and preheat for 2 minutes.
Add olive oil to the skillet and heat for 1 minute. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, water, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Break the lasagna noodles into 2-3 inch pieces and submerge them into the sauce, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the skillet.
Reduce the heat to 'Stovetop Low' and cover the skillet with the lid. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the noodles from sticking to the bottom.
Once the noodles are tender, dollop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese over the top of the lasagna, then sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the surface.
Switch the Ninja appliance to 'Bake/Roast 350°F' and cook uncovered for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Turn off the appliance and let the lasagna cool for 5 minutes. Optionally, garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy this hearty, flavorful skillet lasagna!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2753 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.5 g | 252% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.3 g | 446% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 672 mg | 224% | |
| Sodium | 5230 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.7 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.0 g | ||
| Protein | 186.7 g | 373% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3358 mg | 258% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 3527 mg | 75% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
