Searching for the ultimate healthy lasagna recipe? Look no further! This Easy Healthy One-Pot Skillet Lasagna features lean ground beef, tomato sauce, seasonings, fat-free cottage cheese, and part-skim mozzarella cheese. Enjoy all the delicious flavors of traditional lasagna without the hassle or time commitment. This quick, nutritious one-pot lasagna is an ideal 30-minute meal for busy weeknights.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS HEALTHY LASAGNA RECIPE
This lasagna recipe offers a healthier twist on the classic, delivering delicious flavors that might even surpass the original! You can whip up this skillet lasagna in under 30 minutes, and cleanup is a breeze. This simple recipe makes for a hearty and satisfying family dinner that everyone, including the kids, will love. Packed with zesty flavors and gooey cheese, this one-pot lasagna is sure to be a hit at the table!
HOW TO MAKE HEALTHY ONE POT SKILLET LASAGAN
INGREDIENTS
- 1 lb. lean ground beef (or ground turkey or chicken)
- 3 tsp. minced garlic
- 8 oz. dry farfalle pasta (bowtie) (white, gluten-free, or whole wheat)
- 1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
- 1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 Tbsp. dried onion flakes
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 2/3 cup fat-free cottage cheese
- 1 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese
- A sprinkle of parmesan cheese (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about one minute.
- Add the lean ground beef along with salt, pepper, dried oregano, and dried onion flakes. Cook until the meat is browned and fully cooked through.
- Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chicken broth (or water), and the pasta. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Cover with a lid and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 14-15 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and stir in the fat-free cottage cheese. Sprinkle the part-skim mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cover for 1-2 minutes, allowing the shredded cheese to melt. If desired, sprinkle with fresh chopped basil before serving. Enjoy!
POPULAR SUBSTITUTIONS AND VARIATIONS
Feel free to substitute any ground meat of your choice, such as ground pork, turkey, chicken, or sausage, in this healthy lasagna recipe. If you prefer, you can replace the bowtie pasta with 8 regular lasagna noodles, broken into small pieces.
To boost the volume and nutrition of this one-pot lasagna, consider adding chopped vegetables. Mushrooms, zucchini, and spinach make excellent additions—just add the mushrooms while cooking the ground beef. For a bit of heat, sprinkle in some crushed red pepper flakes to spice things up!
