How to: Make Pasta Fasta with Your Air Fryer
Chef's Corner
Discover the best lasagna hacks for easy, fast, and delicious authentic Italian-style lasagna.
Lasagna in the air fryer? Believe it. With Barilla Oven-Ready Lasagne, you can make pasta fasta - no boiling required. Crafted with thin, flat sheets rolled like homemade, Barilla Oven-Ready Lasagne sheets are perfectly sized to fit in air fryers and deliver a melt-in-your-mouth lasagna in less time!
Why Air Fryer Lasagna?
Speed Meets Italian Expertise
Barilla Oven-Ready Lasagne fits perfectly into your air fryer, so you can skip both the boiling and long bake times.
Perfect for Small Portions
Make a single-serve or multiple small-batches of lasagna right in your air fryer.
Easy to Master
Even heat and quick cycles make the air fryer your secret weapon for perfectly cooked layers every single time.
Authentic Italian-Style Lasagna
These thin, flat sheets give you that rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture every time.
How Chefs Make Lasagna Fasta
Barilla Canada Executive Chef Gabriel Pavan shares his top air fryer tips for making the perfect lasagna - fast, flavourful and foolproof!
Use the Right Dish
Choose a small, oven-safe dish that fits comfortably inside your air fryer basket. Make sure air can circulate freely around your lasagna for even cooking. Aluminum foil trays or silicone pans also work perfectly.
Pre-Cook & Preheat
Preheat your air fryer to 350–370°F for even results and a perfectly crisp top. If you're adding protein like ground meat or shrimp, pre-cook it before layering.
Layer Like a Pro
Start with the sauce on the bottom to prevent sticking and ensure an even cook. Use a generous amount of heated sauce evenly between layers for perfect results.
Perfect the Temperature & Time
Cook at 350–370°F for 15-20 minutes. Cover with foil for the first 10-15 minutes, then uncover for the final 5-10 to get that golden, bubbling top.
Let it Rest
Once cooked, let your lasagna rest for 5-10 minutes. This helps it set, so every slice stays layered and beautiful.
Reheat the Right Way
Reheat leftovers at 300°F for 8-10 minutes, covered with foil to keep it tender and cheesy.
Classic Blue Box OVEN-READY LASAGNE
Barilla® Oven-Ready Lasagne pasta sheets are rolled flat like homemade, the authentic Italian way, delivering that perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture! These thin flat pasta sheets require no boiling, meaning they're ready to be layered and baked, saving time and effort. One box contains 15 sheets, enough to make a 12-serving lasagna recipe.