Description
This Instant Pot Lazy Lasagna is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution, combining the beloved flavors of traditional lasagna in a quick and convenient one-pot meal. In just 34 minutes, you can enjoy the rich taste of ground beef, tangy pasta sauce, and creamy cheeses—all created effortlessly in your Instant Pot. With minimal prep and cleanup required, it’s perfect for families, potlucks, or any occasion where you want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. Customize it with your favorite ingredients to make it truly your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jar (24-26 oz) traditional pasta sauce
- 3 cups water
- 1 box (16 oz) penne pasta
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Sauté ground beef with olive oil, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper in the Instant Pot until cooked.
- Stir in pasta sauce and water with dried herbs.
- Layer dry penne on top without stirring.
- Pressure cook on High for 5 minutes; let pressure release naturally for desired pasta texture.
- Stir in ricotta and Parmesan until melted.
- Serve hot with fresh parsley as garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 50mg