Easy & Cheesy Homemade Lasagna (Air Fryer Version)
Here’s a detailed, easy & cheesy homemade lasagna recipe made entirely in an air fryer—perfectly golden, bubbling with cheese, and full of flavor, all with faster cook time than the oven!
Ingredients (Serves 4)
Meat Sauce:
1/2 lb (225g) ground beef (or Italian sausage)
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup marinara sauce
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
Cheese Mixture:
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 egg
1/2 tsp dried basil
Salt & pepper to taste
Other:
4–6 no-boil lasagna noodles (or pre-boiled regular noodles, trimmed to fit your dish)
1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Nonstick spray or oil (for greasing the dish)
Small oven-safe baking dish (that fits your air fryer basket)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Make the Meat Sauce (5–6 minutes):
In a skillet or on the stovetop, brown the ground beef with onion over medium heat (about 4–5 minutes).
Add garlic, cook for 1 minute.
Stir in marinara, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened slightly. Set aside.
Make the Cheese Mixture (2 minutes):
In a bowl, mix ricotta, Parmesan, egg, basil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Assemble the Lasagna:
In your greased small baking dish:
Layer 1: Spoon meat sauce on the bottom.
Layer 2: Add noodles (break to fit).
Layer 3: Spread ricotta mixture.
Layer 4: Sprinkle mozzarella.
Repeat layers until full (end with meat sauce & mozzarella on top).
Air Fry the Lasagna:
Cover the dish with foil for the first 20 minutes (prevents cheese burning).
Remove foil, cook another 5–7 minutes for a golden top.
Total Time: ~35 minutes
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 25 min
Tips for Best Results
Use a dish that fits snugly in your air fryer basket (6-inch round or square).
Let lasagna rest for 10 minutes after cooking—this helps it set before slicing.
Add spinach or zucchini between layers for extra nutrients.
Storing & Reheating
Fridge: Store leftovers up to 4 days.
Reheat: Air fry at 320°F for 5–6 minutes.
Freeze: Store uncooked or cooked; thaw before air frying.
Why You’ll Love This
This air fryer lasagna is layered with rich meat sauce, creamy ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and tender noodles. It’s quicker than traditional oven baking and gives you beautifully crisp edges with a warm, melty center—comfort food perfection!