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This image shows a delicious bowl of crockpot lasagna, layered with marinara sauce, gooey melted cheese, and grated parmesan for extra flavor, served warm in a white bowl.

Crockpot Lasagna Recipe

Crockpot Lasagna is a hearty and comforting dish that transforms the classic lasagna into an effortless, slow-cooked meal. Layers of seasoned rich tomato sauce, creamy cheeses, and tender noodles meld together beautifully in the slow cooker for a delicious, family-friendly dinner.
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Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 1 minute
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 704 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Slow cooker
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 24 oz jar marinara sauce
  • 9 uncooked lasagna noodles
  • ½ cup water
  • 12 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 24 oz cottage cheese

Instructions
 

  • In a greased oval slow cooker, spread a small amount of marinara sauce mixed with water.
    This image shows marinara sauce being evenly spread in the bottom of a slow cooker, creating the flavorful base for the crockpot lasagna layers.
  • Layer 3 lasagna noodles on top, breaking the edges to fit.
    This image shows uncooked lasagna noodles being carefully placed over a layer of marinara sauce in the slow cooker to start building the lasagna.
  • Add 1 cup of cottage cheese, ⅔ cup of mozzarella, and ⅓ cup of parmesan over the noodles.
    This image shows cottage cheese being spread evenly across lasagna noodles, followed by mozzarella and parmesan being sprinkled generously for a creamy and cheesy layer.
  • Spread 1 ¼ cups of marinara sauce evenly over the cheese layer.
    This image shows marinara sauce being poured and spread over the cheese layer in the slow cooker, preparing for the next lasagna layer.
  • Repeat the noodle, cheese, and sauce layers two more times.
    This image shows the layering process being repeated with noodles, marinara sauce, and cheese, building the classic layers of a hearty crockpot lasagna.
  • Top with the remaining cup of mozzarella cheese.
    This image shows a generous final layer of shredded mozzarella cheese being added on top of the lasagna in the slow cooker for a perfectly melty finish.
  • Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
    This image shows the crockpot lasagna cooking on low heat in the slow cooker, allowing the layers of sauce, noodles, and cheese to meld together into a comforting meal
  • Let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes with the lid off before serving.
    This image shows the crockpot lasagna resting after cooking, allowing the layers to set for easier slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add cooked ground beef or Italian sausage to the sauce.
  • Use oven-ready lasagna noodles for the best results.
  • Substitute ricotta cheese for cottage cheese if preferred.