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Instant Pot Lasagna

April 5, 2024

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Using the Instant Pot is one of the best ways to make a cheesy lasagna because it's super easy and cuts the cook time in half.
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  1. Instant Pot Lasagna Ingredients
  2. How To Make This Instant Pot Lasagna Recipe
  3. How To Serve
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Instant Pot lasagna is a quick and easy alternative to making classic lasagna but still has all the amazing flavors of the original. This meal features tender lasagna noodles, meaty sauce, creamy ricotta filling, and lots of cheese for a comfort food dish that will be a winner.

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Instant Pot Lasagna Ingredients

You will need:

For the Cheese Mixture

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

For the Meat Mixture

  • 1 pound of ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 (24-ounce) jar of pasta sauce
  • 9 no-boil lasagna noodles
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

PRO TIP:

The lasagna noodles may be labeled no-boil or oven-ready noodles depending on the brand you choose.

For Cooking in the Instant Pot

  • 1½ cups of water

SUBSTITUTIONS AND ADDITIONS

GROUND MEAT: Ground pork, ground turkey or Italian sausage are all great choices for this delicious lasagna recipe.

HEAT: Add a kick to this recipe with a dash of red pepper flakes mixed into the meat mixture.

How To Make This Instant Pot Lasagna Recipe

OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS

For this recipe, we use an 8-quart Instant Pot and a 7-inch springform pan. 

For the Cheese Mixture

STEP ONE: In a medium bowl, mix all of the cheese mixture ingredients together. Stir to combine and set the ricotta mixture aside.

For the Meat Mixture

STEP ONE: In a large skillet on the stove, brown the beef until no longer pink.

STEP TWO: Add the onion and minced garlic.

STEP THREE: Cook until the onions are translucent.

Assembly

STEP ONE: Layer the ingredients as follows in a 7-inch springform cake pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray.

STEP TWO: Cover the bottom of the assembled springform pan with about 3 to 4 broken no-boil noodles.

bottom of a springform pan covered with broken lasagna noodles

STEP THREE: Thoroughly cover the layer of lasagna noodles with 1 cup of tomato sauce.

STEP FOUR: Spread ½ of the meat mixture evenly on top of the sauce layer. Press down slightly.

meat mixture spread on top of the sauce mixture

STEP FIVE: Spread ½ of the cheese mixture evenly on top of the meat layer. Press down slightly.

cheese mixture spread on top of the meat mixture

STEP SIX: Repeat all 4 steps.

STEP SEVEN: Add a final layer of noodles. Press slightly. Cover with sauce and sprinkle ½ cup of mozzarella cheese on top.

lasagna noodles layered on top then sprinkled with mozzarella cheese

STEP EIGHT: Spray a sheet of foil with nonstick spray and cover the pan.

Cooking the Lasagna

PRO TIP:

Make sure to consult your Instant Pot manual to ensure you are using the correct settings for your specific model.

STEP ONE: Add 1½ cups of water to the pot.

STEP TWO: Place the covered lasagna pan on a trivet with handles and then place it in the pot.

STEP THREE: Lock the lid and seal the valve.

STEP FOUR: Press the Manual button twice and set the time to 25 minutes.

STEP FIVE: Allow natural release for 10 minutes. Then, perform a quick release.

STEP SIX: Open the Instant Pot and transfer the lasagna out.

STEP SEVEN: Remove foil.

STEP EIGHT: Place on a baking sheet in the oven on broil until the cheese begins to brown. Watch it closely so it doesn’t burn.

Removing the Lasagna from the Pan

STEP ONE: Remove the lasagna from the oven, and let it rest on a cooling rack for 15 minutes. This will help maintain its shape when you try to remove it from the pan.

STEP TWO: Release the lasagna from the sides of the springform pan.

STEP THREE: Garnish with fresh parsley and parmesan cheese if desired. Slice and serve.

How To Serve

I love lasagna served with Caesar salad and cheesy pull-apart bread on the side. It’s the perfect Italian combo. I also like to serve my lasagna with garlic bread, or any kind of bread for that matter.

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Storage

IN THE FRIDGE: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

IN THE FREEZER: You can also freeze leftover lasagna stored in an airtight container for up to three months.

REHEATING: Reheating pasta can be tricky. I find that often, the noodles can get a bit soggy. To prevent this, I usually cover the lasagna with aluminum foil and bake it in the oven until the inside is completely heated all the way through. Sometimes it can take around half an hour, but it’s totally worth the wait to reheat using this technique.

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You really can’t beat a good lasagna. It’s always been one of my favorite go-to recipes for a delicious family dinner. But, the fact that I now have an amazing lazy lasagna recipe that can easily be made in a fraction of the time in the Instant Pot makes it an even better option.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I use different ground meat in this recipe?

You could use ground pork, ground turkey, or even Italian sausage instead of ground beef in this recipe.

Can I make this in a 3-quart Instant Pot?

If you want to make this in a smaller Instant Pot, you can, but make sure you halve all of the ingredients.

Can I use regular lasagna noodles in this recipe?

We find the oven-ready or no-boil noodles work the best for this recipe.

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Instant Pot Lasagna

5 from 8 votes
Using the Instant Pot is one of the best ways to make a cheesy lasagna because it's super easy and cuts the cook time in half.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6
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Ingredients
  

Cheese Mixture

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Meat Mixture

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 24 ounces pasta sauce
  • 9 no-boil lasagna noodles
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

For cooking in the Instant Pot

  • 1½ cups water

Instructions
 

Cheese Mixture

  • Mix all the cheese mixture ingredients together. Stir to combine and set aside.

Meat Mixture

  • Brown beef until no longer pink in a pan on the stove.
  • Add onion and minced garlic.
  • Cook until onions are translucent.

Assembly

  • Layer ingredients as follows in a 7-inch springform cake pan.
  • Cover the bottom of the assembled springform pan with about 3 to 4 broken no-boil noodles.
  • Thoroughly cover the noodles with 1 cup of pasta sauce.
  • Spread ½ of the meat mixture evenly on top of the sauce layer. Press down slightly.
  • Spread ½ of the cheese mixture evenly on top of the meat layer. Press slightly.
  • Repeat all 4 steps.
  • Add a final layer of no-boil lasagna noodles. Press slightly. Cover with sauce and sprinkle ½ cup of mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Spray a sheet of foil with nonstick spray and cover the pan.

Cooking

  • Add 1½ cups of water to the pot.
  • Place the covered lasagna pan on a trivet with handles then place it in the pot.
  • Lock the lid and seal the valve.
  • Press the Manual button twice and set time to 25 minutes.
  • Allow natural release for 10 minutes. Then, perform a quick release.
  • Open the Instant Pot and transfer the lasagna out.
  • Remove foil.
  • Place on baking sheet in oven on broil until cheese begins to brown. Watch it closely so it doesn’t burn.

Removing From the Pan

  • Remove the lasagna from the oven, and let it rest on a cooling rack for 15 minutes. This will help maintain its shape when you try to remove it from the pan.
  • Release the lasagna from the sides of the springform pan.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Slice and serve.

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Notes

  • The lasagna noodles may be labeled no-boil or oven-ready noodles depending on the brand you choose.
  • For this recipe, we use an 8-quart Instant Pot and a 7-inch springform pan. 
  • Make sure to consult your Instant Pot manual to ensure you are using the correct settings for your specific model.

Nutrition

Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 383mg | Potassium: 402mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 472IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 274mg | Iron: 3mg
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  2. Ron says

    Where did you find the Lasagna Noodles like shown in your recipe? I hate the Flat No Boil Lasagna Noodles. I’ve even thought of soaking Regular Lasagna Noodles in boiling water to soften and then layer with ingredients before adding to my IP. I’ve done 1 in my IP, but want to change it up with different noodles. Did save your recipe.

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  3. Kathy Shoemaker says

    This is in my insta pot right now! I’m so excited to try it! I added some fresh mozzarella on the top. It was a little time consuming to make but I’m sure it’ll be worth it. Thanks for the recipe!

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  4. Peggy says

    Can you tell me the springform pan you used? I have a 7”x2.25” & the recipe was too much. We really enjoyed it but want to find a pan to fit all of it in!
    Thanks, Peggy

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  6. Susan says

    wish I knew what size Instant Pot most of these recipes call for…..mine is a 3 qt; should I just cut all the ingredients in half? and…find a smaller springform pan…?

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      • Stacey L Castillo says

        I added the water and used no boil noodles. I wonder if maybe I didnt have enough sauce covering? Family still loved the taste and didnt mind the crunchiness. I’ll definitely try it again! Thanks for the delicious recipe!

  11. Kelly says

    I have a ninja foodi, is it 25 minutes still with pressure cook button on hi? Or do I press pressure cook twice for medium 25 minutes?

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    • Layne Kangas says

      I think if you did it without the spring form pan, you’d have to try and slice it out of the pan without being able to remove it for serving. I’m not sure how well it would hold up!

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  13. Jill says

    I’ll be trying to make this tonight – I haven’t been able to find the no boil noodles with everything going on now a days … any suggestions with regular noodle use? Thank you!!

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  15. Marissa says

    5 stars
    I love this lasagna recipe. My lasagna came out beautiful and with so much flavor. I subbed in half lb of the ground beef for mild italian sausage and it was wow delicious!! I had to finally buy a springform pan for this (7 ” I found on Amazon). It is the best accessory I have bought since buying the actual instant pot. I use a 6 qt. size IP. The circular shape it gives is so beautiful. It looks like a lasagna layer cake! Instant and beautiful presentation right out of the IP. I wanted to stick some bday candles in it and make a wish, it was so pretty. Your instructions were super helpful and I just love your recipe! My family (hubby and our 4 year old son) loved it too. A winner recipe right here and I’ll keep this one handy! Thank you so much!!

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  17. Dianah Crane says

    5 stars
    Delicious! We made this tonight using our 8 qt Instant Pot with a Fat Daddio 8 inch pan (purchased on Amazon). We followed the recipe exactly and stuck with the same 6 servings directions. This served 4 adults & have a 1/3 of the lasagna for left overs. We will make this again.

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    • Kelly says

      Which 8in Fat Daddio pan did you use? I also have an 8qt and want to buy the 8x3in round cheesecake pan, where you push the cake out of the pan from the bottom. Or did you get the springform pan?
      Thanks!

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  20. Mandy says

    5 stars
    I mangled this recipe is just about every way possible except for time under pressure and natural release time and it STILL came out good. Definitely going on my rotation list. Just a suggestion for others: this recipe is even simpler and faster if you make up meat sauce in advance and freeze it in meal sized portions. I cook pasta sauce with ground turkey by the gallon and it comes out of the freezer just fine as needed. If you’re browning, measuring, simmering and stirring anyway, why not?

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    • Layne Kangas says

      You’ll just need to measure your Instant Pot and then you should be able to search for a spring form pan that fits. For this recipe, I am using an 8-quart Instant Pot and a 7-inch springform pan. Enjoy!

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  23. RL says

    Wanting to try this recipe, but I don’t have a metal trivet with handles. Would the steamer basket that came with the pot suffice?

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  24. Alicia says

    5 stars
    LOVED this lasagna! Hubby loved it too! I made it w/ regular brown rice lasagna noodles, added a layer of spinach, and it turned out great! Thx so much!

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