Easy Crockpot Lasagna Recipe for Simple Weeknight Dinners

Easy Crockpot Lasagna Recipe for Simple Weeknight Dinners. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the layers and timing for the creamiest, most comforting lasagna. The cozy, bubbling cheese and rich meat sauce will make your home smell amazing. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Creamy Vegan Sun Dried Tomato Pasta and Easy Sweet Soy Butter Korean Rice Cakes Recipe.

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.

• ground beef
• lasagna noodles
• ricotta cheese
• mozzarella cheese
• parmesan cheese
• marinara sauce
• garlic
• onion
• oregano
• salt
• pepper
• Optional: fresh basil
• Optional: red pepper flakes

How to Make Easy Crockpot Lasagna Recipe for Simple Weeknight Dinners

1. Step 1: Brown ground beef with onions and garlic in a large skillet. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of your crockpot.
3. Step 3: Layer lasagna noodles, meat mixture, ricotta, and mozzarella in the crockpot. Repeat layers.
4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and fresh basil before serving.

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 for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months.

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 a 350°F oven 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 to prevent drying out.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the ground beef and add sliced mushrooms and zucchini to the meat mixture.
• Best substitution: You can substitute cottage cheese for ricotta if desired.
• Make-ahead: Assemble the lasagna in the crockpot and refrigerate overnight. Cook as usual the next day.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your lasagna is too watery, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it into the meat mixture before layering.

Easy Crockpot Lasagna Recipe for Simple Weeknight Dinners

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

4-5 hrs (low) or 2-3 hrs (high)

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Total

4 hrs 15 mins (low) or 2 hrs 15 mins (high)

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-Free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• ground beef
• lasagna noodles
• ricotta cheese
• mozzarella cheese
• parmesan cheese
• marinara sauce

Seasonings

• garlic
• onion
• oregano
• salt
• pepper

Optional Toppings

• fresh basil
• red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Step 1: Brown ground beef with onions and garlic in a large skillet. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of your crockpot.
3. Step 3: Layer lasagna noodles, meat mixture, ricotta, and mozzarella in the crockpot. Repeat layers.
4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and fresh basil before serving.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the ground beef and add sliced mushrooms and zucchini to the meat mixture.
• Best substitution: You can substitute cottage cheese for ricotta if desired.
• Make-ahead: Assemble the lasagna in the crockpot and refrigerate overnight. Cook as usual the next day.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your lasagna is too watery, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it into the meat mixture before layering.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container 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 a 350°F oven 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 to prevent drying out.
• Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 32g
• Fat: 24g
• Carbs: 42g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 80mg
• 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!