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9 Best Lasagna Soup Crockpot Recipes for Effortless Meals

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Okay, let’s be honest. Traditional lasagna is amazing. Layers of cheesy, meaty goodness? Yes, please! But who has the time (or the energy after a long day) to assemble all of that? I certainly don’t. That’s where lasagna soup comes in, and even better? Throwing it in the slow cooker! We’re talking about all the classic lasagna flavors—rich tomato sauce, savory Italian sausage, creamy ricotta—but in a comforting, slurpable soup. Seriously, it’s a weeknight dinner miracle. You deserve this deliciousness, so let’s get this soup party started!

1. Classic Italian Lasagna Soup – The OG

This recipe is the baseline, the foundation, the thing lasagna soup was built upon. It really lets the flavors shine, and honestly, it’s shockingly easy. It’s the perfect fallback when you just need comfort food, stat.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Italian Sausage (sweet or hot, your call!)
  • 1 large Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 oz) can Crushed Tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz) can Tomato Sauce
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Basil
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 8 oz Lasagna Noodles, broken into smaller pieces
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • Fresh Basil, for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Brown the sausage in your slow cooker. Drain off any excess grease – nobody wants greasy soup!
  2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Add the broken lasagna noodles during the last hour of cooking. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Stir in the ricotta cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Serve topped with parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

Why You’ll Love It

The sheer simplicity of this recipe is a major win. It’s a tried-and-true flavor combination that always hits the spot. I actually keep a bag of frozen onions in the freezer JUST for slow cooker recipes – game changer, I tell you.

2. Spicy Southwest Lasagna Soup – Kick It Up a Notch

Okay, hear me out – Southwestern flavors in lasagna soup? It sounds wild, but trust me, the chipotle adds such a wonderful depth of flavor and heat. It’s the perfect way to spice up your dinner routine.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Turkey
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper, chopped
  • 1 Jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional, for extra heat)
  • 1 (28 oz) can Diced Tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz) can Black Beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 oz) can Corn, drained
  • 4 cups Beef Broth
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 Chipotle Pepper in Adobo Sauce, minced (plus 1 tbsp adobo sauce)
  • 8 oz Lasagna Noodles
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese, for topping
  • Sour Cream, for topping

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef or turkey in the slow cooker. Drain the excess fat.
  2. Add the bell pepper, jalapeño (if using), diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, chipotle pepper, and adobo sauce.
  3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  4. Add the lasagna noodles during the last hour.
  5. Serve topped with shredded cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream.

Why You’ll Love It

The smoky heat combined with the classic lasagna flavors is a revelation. My husband practically inhales this version – it’s become a family favorite.

3. Creamy Tuscan Lasagna Soup – Fancy Pants Dinner

This one is all about luxurious creaminess and those gorgeous Tuscan flavors. It’s basically comfort food, but dressed up for a special occasion. I once added a splash of white wine—it deepened the flavor beautifully.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Italian Sausage
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 oz) can Crushed Tomatoes
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes, oil-packed, drained and chopped
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 8 oz Lasagna Noodles
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese, for topping

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Brown the sausage in your slow cooker. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.
  6. Add the lasagna noodles during the last hour.
  7. Serve topped with grated parmesan cheese.

Why You’ll Love It

The richness of the heavy cream perfectly complements the savory sausage and sun-dried tomatoes. It feels like you’re eating something truly indulgent, without all the work.

4. Vegetarian Lasagna Soup – Plant-Powered Goodness

Meatless Monday just got a serious upgrade. This soup is packed with veggies and loaded with flavor. FYI, you can add any veggies you’re craving – zucchini, mushrooms, carrots… go wild!

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 Zucchini, chopped
  • 1 Carrot, chopped
  • 1 (28 oz) can Crushed Tomatoes
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Basil
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 8 oz Lasagna Noodles
  • 15 oz Ricotta Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in slow cooker before adding onion and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add zucchini and carrot, and cook for another 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Add the lasagna noodles during the last hour.
  6. Stir in the ricotta cheese during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  7. Serve topped with fresh parsley.

Why You’ll Love It

It’s a hearty, flavorful, and healthy way to enjoy all the comforting flavors of lasagna. Seriously, I could eat this every day.

5. Lemon Herb Lasagna Soup – Bright & Fresh

Looking for something a little lighter? This bright and flavorful soup is bursting with fresh herbs and a hint of lemon. It’s a total mood booster.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground Chicken or Turkey
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 oz) can Diced Tomatoes
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • Juice of 1 Lemon
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Basil, chopped
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 8 oz Lasagna Noodles
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese, for topping

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Brown the ground chicken or turkey in the slow cooker. Drain off excess grease.
  2. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, lemon juice, basil, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Put the lid on and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Add the lasagna noodles during the last hour.
  6. Serve topped with grated parmesan cheese.

Why You’ll Love It

The lemon brightens the whole soup, making it feel both comforting and refreshing.

6. Cheesy White Lasagna Soup – Ultimate Comfort Food

Who doesn’t love a creamy, cheesy soup? This white lasagna soup is the ultimate indulgence, perfect for a cozy night in.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground Sausage
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 8 oz Lasagna Noodles
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese, for topping

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Brown the ground sausage in slow cooker, draining excess grease.
  2. Add the onion and garlic. Cooked until softened.
  3. Stir in the flour, cook for 1 minute.
  4. Gradually add in chicken broth, stirring constantly.
  5. Bring to simmer – add cream, milk, mozzarella cheese, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  6. Cook on low for 3-4 hours.
  7. Add the lasagna noodles during the last hour.
  8. Serve topped with grated parmesan cheese.

Why You’ll Love It

It is warm, creamy, cheesy, and perfectly comforting.

7. Mediterranean Lasagna Soup – Olive Oil & Herbs

This lasagna soup takes notes from Greece offering a refreshing twist.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground Lamb
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 oz) can Diced Tomatoes
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives, halved
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 8 oz Lasagna Noodles

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Brown the ground lamb in a skillet. Drain off excess grease. Transfer to the slow cooker.
  2. Add the onion and garlic. Cooked until softened.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Put the lid on and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Add the lasagna noodles during the last hour.
  6. Stir in the feta olives before serving.

Why You’ll Love It

It’s a delicious combination of ingredients from Greece.

8. Chicken Pesto Lasagna Soup – A Basil Blast

Change it up with chicken! This combination of pesto and lasagna gives a uniquely delicious taste.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Diced Chicken Breast
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 oz) can Diced Tomatoes
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1/2 cup Pesto
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 8 oz Lasagna Noodles

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Add diced chicken breast, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker.
  2. Add the diced tomato, chicken broth, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Put the lid on and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  4. Add the lasagna noodles during the last hour. (Stir so the noodles don’t adhere to the side.)
  5. Stir in pesto when finished.

Why You’ll Love It

The flavors meld beautifully with the chopped chicken!

9. Spicy Italian Hot Lasagna Soup – For The Chili-Loving Soul

This fiery take on lasagna soup may have you breathing fire!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Hot Italian Sausage
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 oz) can Diced Tomatoes
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1/2 cup Chili Flakes (or more)
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 8 oz Lasagna Noodles

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Add hot Italian sausage, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker.
  2. Add the diced tomato, chicken broth, chili flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Put the lid on and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  4. Add the lasagna noodles during the last hour. (Stir so the noodles don’t adhere to the side.)

Why You’ll Love It

Spice up your dinner routine with this amazing lasagna soup!

Soup’s On!

So there you have it – nine absolutely amazing crockpot lasagna soup recipes to make your life easier and your tastebuds happier. Seriously, who needs a long, involved baking process when you can have all that delicious lasagna flavor in a big bowl of comforting soup? It’s the ultimate winning combination of ease and flavor, so experiment, have fun, and get cooking! You deserve a little bit of slow-cooked magic in your week. 😉

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