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Easy Crockpot Meatball Lasagna

Easy Crockpot Meatball Lasagna

This Easy Crockpot Meatball Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food for busy evenings. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, it delivers all the rich, cheesy flavors of traditional lasagna without the stress.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 bag frozen meatballs
  • 9 pieces lasagna noodles uncooked
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
Cheese Mixture
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Topping
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • fresh basil optional

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until well combined.
  2. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of the crockpot.
  3. Add a layer of uncooked lasagna noodles, followed by meatballs and the ricotta mixture.
  4. Repeat the layers of noodles, sauce, meatballs, and cheese mixture until all ingredients are used.
  5. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours until noodles are tender and cheese is melted.
  7. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

Use plenty of sauce to ensure the noodles cook properly. This recipe is flexible—swap proteins or add vegetables like spinach or zucchini for variation.