Instant Pot Lasagna
Instant Pot Lasagna is a game-changing dish that combines rich layers of flavor with ease of preparation. This comforting meal features no-boil noodles, savory ground meat, and a blend of creamy cheeses, all cooked to perfection in your instant pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends, this lasagna delivers classic Italian taste without the hassle. You can impress your loved ones with minimal effort while enjoying every cheesy bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles (no-boil)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 egg (for ricotta mixture)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Set your instant pot to sauté mode and heat a drizzle of olive oil.
- Add ground meat, cooking until browned (5-7 mins). Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in marinara sauce and heat through.
- Layer ingredients: start with sauce, then noodles, ricotta mixture (ricotta + egg), and mozzarella. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Finish with remaining marinara sauce, topped with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Seal the lid and cook on manual high pressure for 20 minutes. Allow natural release for 10 minutes before quick-releasing any steam.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg