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Spicy Sausage Skillet Lasagna

Spicy Sausage Skillet Lasagna

This Spicy Sausage Skillet Lasagna brings all the comfort of classic lasagna together in one pan—and without the layering. Sweet Italian sausage, bell peppers, and onion simmer with Martone Street Arrabbiata Calabrian Chili & Garlic sauce and broken lasagna noodles, then get topped with mozzarella, ricotta, Parmigiano Reggiano, and fresh basil. Finished under the broiler until bubbly and golden, it’s a hearty, flavorful dinner that comes together in just 40 minutes.

Serves 4

Ingredients

Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 30 minutes Total: 40 minutes

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lb. sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 sweet onion, sliced
  • 1 24-oz. jar Martone Street Arrabbiata Calabrian Chili & Garlic sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth (or water)
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 8 dried lasagna noodles, broken into 2-inch pieces
  • 3/4 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
  • 1/4 cup freshly torn basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large, deep, oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the ground sausage (don’t forget to remove the casings) to the pan and use a wooden spoon to break it up. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is starting to turn golden brown.
  2. Add the peppers and onions and saute for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  3. Pour in the arrabbiata sauce, broth (or water), and salt. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer. Stir in the broken lasagna noodles and gently press them into the sauce so that they’re submerged. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the pan. Cook, stirring once halfway through, for 12-15 minutes until the noodles are al dente.
  4. When the noodles are almost done cooking, preheat your oven’s broiler to high.
  5. Remove the lid from the skillet and sprinkle the mozzarella all over. Use a spoon to dollop about a dozen tablespoons of ricotta all over, then grate the Parmigiano Reggiano on top. Place the pan under the broiler and broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown in spots.
  6. Remove the pan from the oven and top with fresh torn basil leaves. Dive in.

Spicy Sausage Skillet Lasagna is an easy, one-pan lasagna recipe made with sweet Italian sausage, bell peppers, onion, broken lasagna noodles, and Martone Street Arrabbiata Calabrian Chili & Garlic sauce. The skillet lasagna is finished with mozzarella, ricotta, Parmigiano Reggiano, and fresh basil, then broiled until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Ready in just 40 minutes, this hearty recipe delivers the comforting flavors of classic lasagna with less prep, fewer dishes, and plenty of spicy Italian flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is skillet lasagna?

Skillet lasagna is a simplified version of traditional lasagna that's cooked in one oven-safe skillet instead of being layered and baked in a casserole dish. In this recipe, broken lasagna noodles cook directly in the sauce with Italian sausage, peppers, and onions before being topped with cheese and broiled until bubbly.

2. How do you make sausage skillet lasagna?

To make sausage skillet lasagna, brown Italian sausage in a large skillet, then sauté peppers and onions until softened. Add arrabbiata sauce and broth, stir in broken lasagna noodles, and simmer until the noodles are al dente. Finish with mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmigiano Reggiano, then broil until golden and bubbly.

3. Can you make lasagna in one skillet?

Yes! Skillet lasagna is an easy way to enjoy the flavors of traditional lasagna without assembling multiple layers. The noodles cook right in the sauce, while the entire dish comes together in one oven-safe skillet for easier preparation and cleanup.

4. What kind of sausage is best for skillet lasagna?

Sweet Italian sausage works particularly well in this skillet lasagna because its savory flavor pairs beautifully with spicy Calabrian chili and garlic tomato sauce. For an extra-spicy lasagna, hot Italian sausage can also be used.

5. How long does skillet lasagna take to make?

This Spicy Sausage Skillet Lasagna takes about 40 minutes from start to finish, including 10 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking. It's a great option when you're craving homemade lasagna but don't have time for a traditional baked version.

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