Instant Pot Lasagna
Instant Pot Lasagna is a quick and flavorful twist on the classic Italian dish, perfect for busy weeknights. This one-pot wonder features layers of al dente pasta, creamy ricotta, rich marinara, and gooey mozzarella, all cooked to perfection in under 30 minutes. With minimal prep and cleanup, you’ll have a comforting meal that the whole family will love. Serve it at your next gathering or enjoy a cozy dinner at home—either way, it’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles (traditional or no-boil)
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 lb ground beef or sausage
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and brown the ground beef or sausage in olive oil.
- Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Layer the ingredients: start with meat sauce, then add lasagna noodles, followed by ricotta and mozzarella until everything is used.
- Pour in 1 cup of water around the edges of the pot; secure the lid.
- Cook on manual pressure for 20 minutes; allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes before manually releasing any remaining steam.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg