Easy Crockpot Lasagna Recipe for Simple Weeknight Dinners

Easy Crockpot Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food, ready in just 4 hours. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to keeping it from sticking is to lightly grease the crockpot first. The result is a creamy, cheesy lasagna that’s perfect for cozy weeknight dinners. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Gnocchi Broccoli Bake with Creamy Cheese Sauce and Refreshing Watermelon Rose Cooler Recipe for Hot Days.

What You'll Need for Easy Crockpot Lasagna Recipe for Simple Weeknight Dinners

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 9 lasagna noodles, no-boil
• 15 oz ricotta cheese
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• dried basil
• dried oregano
• salt
• black pepper
• garlic powder
• onion powder
• Optional: fresh basil
• Optional: grated Parmesan cheese

How to Make Easy Crockpot Lasagna Recipe for Simple Weeknight Dinners

1. Step 1: Brown ground beef, onion, and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Step 3: Lightly grease the crockpot. Spread 1/3 of the meat sauce on the bottom.
4. Step 4: Layer with 3 lasagna noodles, breaking them to fit if needed. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta cheese over the noodles.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers twice more.
6. Step 6: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until noodles are tender and cheese is melted.
7. Step 7: Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Top with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Storing & Reheating Easy Crockpot Lasagna Recipe for Simple Weeknight Dinners

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead of time and refrigerated or frozen. See pro tips for details.

Freezing Easy Crockpot Lasagna Recipe for Simple Weeknight Dinners

Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Add a little water or milk to prevent drying out.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with cooked lentils or mushrooms.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the ricotta cheese with cottage cheese or spinach and artichoke dip for a different flavor profile.
• Make-ahead: This recipe is great for meal prepping. Make it ahead and refrigerate or freeze until ready to cook.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If your lasagna is still not tender after cooking, you may need to add a little water or milk to the crockpot and cook for a few more minutes.

Easy Crockpot Lasagna Recipe for Simple Weeknight Dinners

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Prep

15 min

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Cook

4-5 hrs

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Total

4 hrs 15 min

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Serves

6-8 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free (use gluten-free noodles)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 9 lasagna noodles, no-boil
• 15 oz ricotta cheese
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Seasonings

• dried basil
• dried oregano
• salt
• black pepper
• garlic powder
• onion powder

Optional Toppings

• fresh basil
• grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Step 1: Brown ground beef, onion, and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Step 3: Lightly grease the crockpot. Spread 1/3 of the meat sauce on the bottom.
4. Step 4: Layer with 3 lasagna noodles, breaking them to fit if needed. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta cheese over the noodles.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers twice more.
6. Step 6: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until noodles are tender and cheese is melted.
7. Step 7: Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Top with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with cooked lentils or mushrooms.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the ricotta cheese with cottage cheese or spinach and artichoke dip for a different flavor profile.
• Make-ahead: This recipe is great for meal prepping. Make it ahead and refrigerate or freeze until ready to cook.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If your lasagna is still not tender after cooking, you may need to add a little water or milk to the crockpot and cook for a few more minutes.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Add a little water or milk to prevent drying out.
• Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead of time and refrigerated or frozen. See pro tips for details.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 440
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 20g
• Carbs: 38g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 7g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 95mg
• Sat. Fat: 12g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Crockpot Lasagna Recipe for Simple Weeknight Dinners and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!