Description
This Sheet Pan Lasagna is the easiest way to enjoy classic Italian comfort food with fewer layers, faster bake time, and that crispy, cheesy edge in every slice. Perfect for quick dinners, meal prep, or family gatherings, this easy recipe features hearty meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melty mozzarella all baked in one even, golden sheet. Great for busy weeknights, potlucks, or if you’re just craving something deliciously cheesy. It’s one of those easy dinner ideas that hits every time — quick prep, rich flavor, and crowd-pleasing results.
Ingredients
12 lasagna noodles (no-boil recommended)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups marinara sauce
1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
1 large egg
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or basil (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a rimmed sheet pan.
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion for 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
3. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
4. Stir marinara sauce into beef and simmer for 5–7 minutes.
5. In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg, and half the parsley or basil. Season lightly with salt.
6. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on sheet pan.
7. Add a layer of lasagna noodles, trimmed to fit.
8. Spread half of ricotta mixture, then more sauce, then mozzarella.
9. Repeat with another layer of noodles, ricotta, sauce, and mozzarella.
10. Finish with final layer of noodles, sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan.
11. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
12. Uncover and bake 15–20 more minutes until golden and bubbly.
13. Broil for 2–3 minutes if desired for extra browning.
14. Let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.
15. Garnish with remaining herbs and serve.
Notes
Let the lasagna rest before slicing for clean, even servings.
Use no-boil noodles to save prep time and absorb flavor during baking.
You can assemble the dish a day ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: sheet pan lasagna, easy dinner ideas, quick comfort food, lasagna for a crowd, no-boil lasagna