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Crockpot Lasagna Recipe

Emily Carter
A hearty, cheesy, and saucy lasagna made effortlessly in a slow cooker. No boiling, no fuss—just pure, layered comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 lasagna noodles uncooked, broken into pieces
  • 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper optional, for heat

For Garnish (Optional):

  • Fresh basil or parsley

Instructions
 

Step 1: Cook the Meat

  • Brown the ground beef (or sausage) in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add diced onions and cook until soft.
  • Drain excess grease and stir in marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, and seasonings.

Step 2: Prepare the Cheese Mixture

  • In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, and half of the Parmesan.

Step 3: Assemble the Layers

  • Grease the slow cooker to prevent sticking.
  • Spread a thin layer of meat sauce at the bottom.
  • Add broken lasagna noodles, followed by ricotta mixture, shredded mozzarella, and more sauce.
  • Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with cheese on top.

Step 4: Slow Cook & Serve

  • Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours.
  • Once noodles are tender and cheese is melted, turn off the Crockpot.
  • Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~480
  • Total Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Calcium: 25%
  • Iron: 15%
  • Vitamin B12: 12%
  • Magnesium: 8%
  • Phosphorus: 18%

Pro Tips for the Best Crockpot Lasagna

  • Use no-boil noodles to make your life even easier.
  • Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-packaged shreds.
  • Let it rest before serving so the layers don’t collapse.
  • Add extra veggies like mushrooms or spinach for a healthier twist.
  • Double the batch because people always want seconds.
This Crockpot Lasagna delivers all the flavor with none of the stress. Try it once, and you’ll never go back to the oven.