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October 3, 2016 By Nancylynn 22 Comments

Butternut Squash Lasagna

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21 Day Fix Lazy Butternut Squash Lasagna is a gluten free, noodle-less, one skillet meal- perfect for cozy weather!  You get all the flavors of traditional lasagna with extra added veggie power! This post contains affiliate links for products I’m obsessed with.

Close up photo of lazy butternut squash lasagna on a white plate with a fork in the meal, ready to dig in. Ground beef and tomato sauce peek out from a layer of crispy lasagna cheese and garnished with some basil.

If I had to choose my favorite recipe of the year, it would easily be my 21 Day Fix One Skillet Lazy Zucchini Lasagna.  It’s all my favorite things in one dish.

It’s easy.

It’s quick.

It’s lasagna.

Amiright?

And now that it’s Fall, we clearly needed an Autumn inspired version.

This Lazy, One Skillet Butternut Squash Lasagna tastes like Fall on a plate.  I was worried that my husband wouldn’t like it, but he at three servings in one night.  #Oops!

Given the enormous portion size of this lasagna, it was actually pretty impressive.

Overhead view of cast iron skillet filled with butternut squash lasagna. The top cheese layer has been broiled to a golden brown and garnished with basil.

 

The hardest part of making this lasagna is peeling and slicing the Butternut squash.  The rest was super easy and quick, just like the original with zucchini.  So all in all, easy.

How do I cut a butternut squash easily?

I find poking it with a fork and microwaving it for a few minutes first makes a huge difference.  Alternately, you can use your Instant Pot!  12-15 minutes (depending on the size of your squash) will soften the squash so you can cut it without worrying about losing a finger!  After softening the squash you can peel it more easily as well.

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What meat should I use?

I used ground beef in this version, because I grew up eating dinners like beef stew and shepherd’s pie in the fall.  But this would be equally as fabulous with ground chicken or turkey sausage – especially a spicy Italian flavored one.  Use what you have, or your family prefers!

Can I freeze this Butternut Squash Lasagna?

Yes!  After assembling the lasagna and topping with mozzarella cheese, but before placing under the broiler, you can transfer to a broiler safe baking dish or aluminum pan.  Once completely cool, cover tightly and place in freezer.

When you’re ready to use it, thaw the lasagna in the fridge the night before.  Then I would bake at 350 for 30 minutes, finishing with the broiler.  Because that browned crispy cheese is one of the best parts!

As the weather turns colder, make this easy and delicious dinner to warm you up!  Happy October, everyone!

Photo of a serving of lazy butternut squash lasagna on a white plate with a fork ready to dig in. Ground beef and tomato sauce peek out from a layer of crispy lasagna cheese and garnished with some basil. In the background is the rest of the lasagna in a cast iron skillet sitting on a wooden table.

Try some more fall inspired meals!

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21 Day Fix Lazy Butternut Squash Lasagna {Gluten-free, One Skillet}

★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
  • Author: Nancylynn Sicilia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: Italian
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21 Day Fix Lazy Butternut Squash Lasagna is a gluten free, noodle-less, one skillet meal- perfect for cozy weather!  You get all the flavors of traditional lasagna with extra added veggie power!


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Ingredients

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 2 cups of butternut squash, sliced into half or quartered moons
  • 1 cup of fresh spinach, shredded
  • 1 lb of grass fed ground sirloin (would also be great with poultry sausage)
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups of homemade or no-sugar added jarred tomato or marinara sauce
  • 1 1/4 cup of ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 T of Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
  • fresh ground pepper
  • fresh basil

Instructions

  1. In a broil safe pan, warm olive oil over medium-low heat and then add butternut squash. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, cover, and cook squash 10-12 minutes or until fork tender, adding up to 1/4 cup of water to help steam it, if necessary. Be sure to stir frequently. (Alternatively, you could saute squash for a few minutes, then add 20 minutes of bake time at 350 after assembling the lasagna before broiling to cook it through).
  2. Remove squash from pan and put aside.
  3. Add beef to pan and cook through. Add onions, garlic and spinach; cook until soft. Stir 1/4 cup of sauce to beef mixture.
  4. Add butternut squash back to pan, and flatten beef and veggies down slightly. Top with sauce
  5. Mix one egg, and T of Parmesan cheese into ricotta and sprinkle with fresh ground pepper. Layer ricotta mixture on top sauce.
  6. Finally, top with mozzarella cheese.
  7. Place in your broiler on low for 5-10 minutes or until cheese gets nice and toasty brown. Keep an eye on it, as it happens fast!
  8. Top with extra basil, Parmesan cheese, and sauce if desired.

Notes

Makes 4 servings

21 Day Fix: 1 GREEN, 1 1/2 RED, 3/4 BLUE (a whole if you top with extra Parmesan), 1/2 tsp per serving

WW Freestyle: 12 points per serving (using part skim ricotta and mozzarella)


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of skillet

Keywords: dinner, italian, squash, lasagna, low-carb, gluten-free, low-cal

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  1. Laura says

    October 4, 2016 at 1:25 am

    Just to clarify, do you layer (squash, meat, sauce, cheese) more than once like a traditional lasagna? And when you say tomato sauce, do you mean like a marinara? Thanks for sharing – I have loved every one of the recipes I’ve tried of yours!

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      October 4, 2016 at 10:43 am

      I am so happy to hear! No, for these one skillet meals, I just do one layer. You still get all the yummy flavors in each bite! And, yes – a marinara is great. Search my site for homemade sauce if you need a recipe! Thanks again for the nice note…let me know what you think of this one if you try it.

      Reply
  2. Niccole LoMonaco says

    January 24, 2017 at 12:05 pm

    Hi There! So is the squash on the bottom and then meat, sauce and cheese? I’m a little confused.

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    • Nancylynn says

      January 24, 2017 at 4:50 pm

      I usually cook the squash, them remove it to cook the beef. It doesn’t have to be done this way, but mine is usually beef, squash, sauce, then cheese!

      Reply
  3. Amy says

    January 28, 2017 at 10:17 pm

    How many servings does this make or can you give me the serving size please? Thank you sounds delish!!

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 28, 2017 at 10:47 pm

      Hi! This makes 4 servings – just divide your pan into 4 equal sections and enjoy!

      Reply
      • Amy says

        January 28, 2017 at 11:49 pm

        Great thank you!!!

        Reply
  4. Tiffany says

    May 25, 2017 at 11:55 pm

    Hi I am confused about the squash, in the ingredient list you say to slice it in half or quarter moons and that is all the directions you have. I assume you don’t layer a 1/2 of a squash with the rest of the ingredients. Do you end up cutting it more ? Also at what point do you take off the peel?

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    • Nancylynn says

      May 29, 2017 at 4:26 pm

      Sorry this is so confusing – I just meant to slice your Butternut Squash into half moons, or quarter moons if the slices are very large. Does that make more sense?

      Reply
  5. Tammy Whitesell says

    June 11, 2017 at 12:28 pm

    What size skillet did you use for this recipe?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      June 14, 2017 at 12:29 am

      A 10 inch!

      Reply
  6. Sarah hennell says

    November 1, 2017 at 5:55 pm

    Looks deletions! could I freeze this? If so, would I do this before the final cook? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      November 1, 2017 at 6:26 pm

      I think that’s a perfect idea! Yes!

      Reply
  7. abby starstrom says

    October 1, 2018 at 11:31 am

    hey nancylynn!!!! have you ever used frozen squash if it’s not in season? i picked up some frozen butternut squash that is already diced into small chunks…. i also have one that is diced super small to mimic risotto? wondering if i can use that, i hate chopping squash!

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      October 1, 2018 at 12:11 pm

      Hi! I honestly think both would still be delicious!!!!

      Reply
  8. lauren says

    November 1, 2018 at 6:17 pm

    I made this over the weekend (thanks to a surplus of butternut squash from our garden this year) and was blown away by how amazing it was! My husband asked where I got the recipe which means he loved it and my 15 month old could not get enough of it either. I used ground turkey in place of beef and wish I doubled (or tripled!) the recipe! A keeper for sure.

    ★★★★★

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    • Nancylynn says

      November 2, 2018 at 11:16 am

      Thank you so much for the great review! I love that your 15 month old enjoyed it, too – that’s amazing! Awesome job feeding her healthy foods right from the start!

      Reply
  9. Joanne says

    September 25, 2019 at 2:37 am

    Looks great!! I don’t have a pan like this. Can I transfer to a baking dish?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      October 1, 2019 at 7:20 pm

      Yes!

      Reply
  10. Kristina says

    October 26, 2019 at 10:40 pm

    Amazing!!! Tastes like comfort food but it’s healthy food!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  11. Stacey says

    November 20, 2020 at 12:41 am

    I love this dish so much. I made it last week and it was so good! I subbed turkey for beef and used frozen squash. It came together quickly and tasted amazing! It was even better the next day for leftovers.

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      November 22, 2020 at 7:54 pm

      Thank you for the feedback! I agree it makes great leftovers!

      Reply

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