Description
A cozy, tomato-free twist on lasagna, this Turkey Butternut Squash Skillet Lasagna combines savory ground turkey, sweet butternut squash, herbs, and cheese for a hearty one-pan meal perfect for fall.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups peeled butternut squash, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 pound ground turkey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into small pieces
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 cup milk (any kind)
1/2 cup ricotta cheese (optional)
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley or sage leaves, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat. Add diced butternut squash and cook for 2–3 minutes until golden and slightly softened.
- Stir in chopped onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until onion is soft.
- Push vegetables to one side and add ground turkey. Break it up and cook for about 7 minutes until mostly cooked through. Mix with vegetables.
- Add garlic, sage, thyme, remaining salt, and black pepper. Stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add broken lasagna noodles, then pour in chicken broth and milk, ensuring noodles are submerged.
- Simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until noodles are tender.
- Stir in half the mozzarella and all the parmesan cheese until melted.
- Dollop ricotta over the top (if using) and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Cover to melt the cheese or broil until bubbly and browned.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Use frozen butternut squash for convenience—add after turkey is cooked.
Substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or beef.
To make it vegetarian, skip the turkey and add more veggies.
Use cottage cheese instead of ricotta for a lighter option.
Add a splash of broth or milk when reheating if noodles absorb too much liquid.
Stir frequently while simmering to prevent noodles from sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
