It started one chilly October evening. I (Shaym here!) had every intention of making classic lasagna, but between a busy workday and an overflowing laundry basket, the idea of layering noodles and preheating the oven felt like a hard pass. So, I grabbed my slow cooker, tossed in a few essentials, and hoped for magic. What came out hours later? Pure comfort. Rich tomato flavor, hearty lean ground turkey, melty cheese, and all without dirtying a stack of pans. Since then, this healthy slow cooker lasagna soup has become my go-to when I want dinner to basically cook itself.
🥄 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This lasagna soup is:
- Packed with protein and fiber
- Lower in fat than traditional lasagna
- Dump-and-go friendly
- Cozy enough for fall but light enough to enjoy year-round
And if you’re into healthy, easy weeknight meals like my Crockpot High Protein Recipes or comforting classics like Beef and Noodles, this one’s for you.
🍅 Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (24 oz) jar of marinara sauce (no added sugar)
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 6 lasagna noodles, broken into chunks
- 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional)
🕒 Instructions
Step 1: Brown the ground turkey and onion in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
Step 2: Transfer the mixture to your slow cooker. Add marinara, diced tomatoes, broth, Italian seasoning, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
Step 4: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the broken lasagna noodles. Cover and cook until noodles are tender.
Step 5: Just before serving, dollop ricotta cheese into bowls and ladle the soup over it. Top with shredded mozzarella and a sprinkle of fresh basil or parsley.
💡 Tips & Shortcuts
- Use whole wheat lasagna noodles for extra fiber.
- Want to go vegetarian? Sub in lentils or a plant-based meat alternative.
- Leftovers? Even better the next day. Just store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
If you love this warm bowl of comfort, don’t miss our hearty Salmon Protein Bowl or this ultra-satisfying Chicken Drumsticks in Air Fryer for another fuss-free dinner.