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Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

Published on July 29, 2026
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Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 300 mins
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 8 Servings

I’ve never met a lasagna I didn’t love. Yes, there’s something about the way it’s assembled — with the rich sauce, melty cheese, and juicy bits of browned meat blanketing the noodles — but what really makes it stand out is how the ingredients come together for a warm, comforting meal. And that’s exactly what you can expect when you tuck into a bowl of this slow cooker lasagna soup. The secret to the best (and easiest) lasagna soup is jarred marinara sauce. Since a lot of marinara sauces are infused with herbs, spices, and roasted garlic, they come packed with a whole lot more flavor than a can of tomatoes.

It’s everything you love about the classic casserole, packaged in a cozy new way. Here’s how to make it in your slow cooker.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 Parmesan cheese rind (optional)
  • 8 ounces dried lasagna noodles, broken into bite-size pieces (8 to 10 sheets)
  • 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • Torn fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Place 1 pound lean ground beef, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper in a 6-quart or larger slow cooker. Use a wooden spoon to gently break up the meat. Add 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce, 1 small diced onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, and 1 Parmesan rind, if using. Stir well to combine.
  2. Cover and cook on the HIGH setting for 4 to 5 hours or on the LOW setting for 7 to 8 hours. Stir in 8 ounces dried lasagna noodles, broken into bite-size pieces. Cover, set to LOW, and cook until the noodles are tender, 25 to 35 minutes.
  3. Remove and discard the Parmesan rind. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, and torn fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately.

Recipe Stats

  • Jul 29, 2026
  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 300 mins
  • Servings: 8 Servings
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