If you love lasagna but don’t love all the layering and cleanup, this Crockpot Lasagna Soup is going to be your new weeknight go-to.

It’s everything you crave in classic lasagna—rich tomato flavor, tender noodles, savory herbs, and a touch of creamy cheese—but made way easier in your slow cooker. I started making this when I wanted all the cozy vibes of lasagna without the extra work, and now it’s one of my favorite fall and winter dinners.

Warm, hearty, family-friendly, and made with clean, real ingredients… it doesn’t get better than that.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey or lean ground beef

• 1 small yellow onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 (24 oz) jar clean marinara sauce

• 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 6 whole wheat or gluten-free lasagna noodles, broken into pieces

• 1/2 cup cottage cheese or part-skim ricotta (for serving)

• Optional: fresh basil, shredded mozzarella, or grated parmesan

Instructions

1. In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in a bit of olive oil for 2–3 minutes, then add the ground meat. Cook until browned. Drain if needed.

2. Transfer everything to your slow cooker. Add marinara sauce, broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

3. Cook on low for 5–6 hours or high for 3–4 hours.

4. About 30 minutes before serving, add the broken lasagna noodles. Stir and let cook until the noodles are tender.

5. Serve hot with a scoop of cottage cheese or ricotta and a sprinkle of basil or shredded cheese on top if desired.

Why I Love This Recipe

It’s warm, hearty, and feels like a big cozy hug—but with clean ingredients that leave you feeling satisfied instead of stuffed. It’s also one of those crowd-pleasers that both grown-ups and kids go back for seconds on.

When I was learning how to simplify clean eating, recipes like this helped me stay consistent—because they feel like comfort, not sacrifice.

Nutrition Information (Per Serving – Makes 4)

• Calories: 390

• Protein: 30g

• Carbohydrates: 28g

• Fiber: 4g

• Fat: 18g