Best 7 Crock Pot Turkey Lasagna Recipes

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Crock pot turkey lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its layers of tender turkey, hearty sauce, flavorful cheese, and lasagna noodles, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it can be made in a slow cooker, which means you can set it and forget it, leaving you time to focus on other things. So if you're looking for a delicious and convenient way to enjoy lasagna, be sure to try this crock pot turkey lasagna recipe.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HEALTHY TURKEY LASAGNA (CROCK POT)



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I found this on the Family Circle site and I am posting so I can add the ingredients to my shopping list. I will update after I make it this coming week. I have added a few ingredients that I will be using.

Provided by PSU Lioness

Categories     Poultry

Time 5h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 lbs ground turkey
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (15 ounce) container low fat cottage cheese
1 cup reduced-fat Italian cheese blend, shredded
12 whole wheat lasagna noodles, broken in half (12 ounces)
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and squeezed dry
1 (26 ounce) jar chunky tomato sauce

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook onions and garlic over medium-high heat for 4 minutes or until softened.
  • Add turkey to skillet and cook, breaking up large chunks, for about 6 minutes or until no longer pink; drain fat. Season turkey with oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine cottage cheese and 1/2 cup of the Italian shredded cheese.
  • In a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, layer half the uncooked noodles, overlapping as necessary.
  • Spread half of both the meat mixture and broccoli over noodles, then top with about half of the tomato sauce and 1/4 cup water.
  • Gently spread ricotta mixture on top, and continue layering with remaining noodles, meat, broccoli, sauce and an additional 1/4 cup water.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 5 hours.
  • Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup of Italian cheese on top for last 15 minutes of cooking time or until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.4, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 54.2, Sodium 857.2, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 7, Protein 22.7

CROCK POT TURKEY LASAGNA



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A turkey variation of recipe Recipe #21706 by Derf. I substitute 1.5 (28 oz) jars of marinara sauce for the onion thru tomato paste ingredients (just because I am SO lazy).

Provided by Everybody eats when

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 4h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb ground turkey
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 ounces low fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
12 ounces lasagna noodles, uncooked
16 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 1/2 cups water

Steps:

  • Brown ground turkey in olive oil.
  • Add tomato sauce (and lots of oregano!) and mix thoroughly.
  • Spoon a layer of meat sauce onto the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Add a double layer of uncooked lasagna noodles (break to fit) and top with cheeses.
  • Repeat with sauce, noodles and cheeses until all are used up.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.9, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 90, Sodium 1368.9, Carbohydrate 48.4, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 9.1, Protein 39.9

SLOW COOKER LASAGNA



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion diced
2 pounds ground beef
1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 cups ricotta cheese
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 cup grated Romano
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 large eggs, beaten
Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying the slow cooker
15 uncooked lasagna noodles
2 cups grated mozzarella
Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the meat mixture: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and onion and saute for 5 minutes. Add the ground beef, sausage and garlic and cook until brown, 7 to 9 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juice, tomato paste, basil, parsley, oregano, salt and some pepper and stir. Set aside.
  • For the cheese mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, Parmesan, Romano, basil, parsley, salt, pepper and eggs and stir together well.
  • For the lasagna: Spray a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • Spoon in one-quarter of the meat mixture on the bottom and top with 5 lasagna noodles, broken to fit. Add a third of the cheese mixture, then sprinkle with 1/2 cup mozzarella. Repeat this layering twice, starting with the meat mixture and ending with the mozzarella, for 3 layers total.
  • For the fourth layer, top with the remaining meat mixture and remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours. Turn off the heat and allow the lasagna to sit 30 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

SLOW-COOKER TURKEY PESTO LASAGNA



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My cheesy, noodle-y lasagna makes any slow-cooker skeptic a believer. It's easy to prep while my kids nap, and dinner's ready when their dad walks in the door at night. We bring more pesto and marinara to the table for our resident sauce lovers. -Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, VA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground turkey
1 small onion, chopped
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 container (15 ounces) whole-milk ricotta cheese
1/4 cup prepared pesto
1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
9 no-cook lasagna noodles
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut three 25x3-in. strips of heavy-duty foil; crisscross so they resemble spokes of a wheel. Place strips on bottom and up sides of a greased 5-qt. slow cooker. Coat strips with cooking spray., In a large skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink, breaking up turkey into crumbles; drain. Stir in Italian seasoning and salt., In a small bowl, mix 1 cup mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese and pesto. In prepared slow cooker, layer a third of each of the following: marinara sauce, noodles (breaking noodles if necessary to fit), turkey mixture and cheese mixture. Repeat layers twice. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese., Cook, covered, on low until noodles are tender, 3-4 hours. Turn off slow cooker; remove insert. Let stand, uncovered, 30 minutes before serving. Using foil strips, remove lasagna to a platter. Serve with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 883mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

RANDY'S SLOW COOKER RAVIOLI LASAGNA



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A fantastic way to enjoy lasagna without all the fuss! I thought using frozen ravioli already filled with cheese instead of layering layers of noodles and cheese would make a great dish so easy. It all comes together; just scoop it out, serve with a salad, and enjoy.

Provided by RandyOSU

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 4h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (24 ounce) jars prepared pasta sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (25 ounce) package frozen cheese ravioli
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef, garlic, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in the hot skillet until meat is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Stir pasta sauce, Italian seasoning, basil, and oregano into ground beef mixture.
  • Ladle a generous layer of meat sauce into the bottom of a slow cooker; add a layer of ravioli. Ladle another layer of meat sauce over ravioli layer; alternate with remaining ravioli and meat sauce until all ingredients are used.
  • Cook on Low for 3 to 5 hours. Sprinkle ravioli mixture with mozzarella cheese and continue cooking until cheese is melted, 45 minutes to 1 hour more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52.9 g, Cholesterol 91.3 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 1333.8 mg, Sugar 17.2 g

SLOW COOKER LASAGNA



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This recipe is so easy, you might think that you are doing something wrong. It is delicious!

Provided by KIMIRN

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 4h40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (12 ounce) package lasagna noodles
12 ounces cottage cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
16 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until brown. Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, salt, and oregano and stir until well incorporated. Cook until heated through.
  • In a large bowl mix together the cottage cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Spoon a layer of the meat mixture onto the bottom of the slow cooker. Add a double layer of the uncooked lasagna noodles. Break to fit noodles into slow cooker. Top noodles with a portion of the cheese mixture. Repeat the layering of sauce, noodles, and cheese until all the ingredients are used.
  • Cover, and cook on LOW setting for 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.4 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 71.6 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1420.2 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

SLOW-COOKER LASAGNA



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This easy slow-cooker lasagna is satisfying in all the ways that matter: Rich ricotta-Parmesan-spinach layers alternate with tender noodles, melted mozzarella and tomato. (A slow cooker will not give the crispiness that an oven does, but you may not even miss it.) It's also petite compared to many other lasagnas, perfect for feeding a family, not a crowd. If you've ever had a one-pot pasta, the texture of the noodles will be familiar to you: They are tender and starchy. Don't use no-boil or fresh noodles, as they will overcook. If you like, brown some loose Italian sausage in a skillet, pour off the fat and add it with the tomato sauce layers.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, casseroles, pastas, main course

Time 4h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound whole-milk ricotta cheese (about 2 cups)
1 (10-ounce) bag or box frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
3 ounces finely grated Parmesan (about 1 scant cup)
1/2 cup lightly packed, roughly chopped basil leaves, plus more for topping
5 garlic cloves, grated or pressed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon onion powder
Kosher salt and black pepper
Olive oil
1 (32-ounce) jar good-quality marinara sauce
9 lasagna noodles (7 to 8 ounces)
8 ounces shredded mozzarella (2 cups)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the ricotta, spinach, Parmesan, basil, garlic, oregano, onion powder, ¼ teaspoon salt and a generous amount of black pepper.
  • Lightly grease the bottom and sides of a 6- to 7-quart slow cooker with olive oil. Ladle about 1 cup of the marinara sauce in the bottom of the slow cooker, and spread it evenly.
  • Make two layers: Lay 3 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce, breaking the noodles to make a roughly even layer. (This doesn't need to be perfect; it's fine if the noodles overlap slightly, and if there are small spots the noodles don't cover.) Ladle about ¾ cup of sauce on top of the noodles and spread evenly. Evenly dollop about half of the ricotta mixture over the sauce, and use the back of a fork to press it into a roughly even layer. Sprinkle about a third of the shredded mozzarella over the ricotta. Repeat to make one more layer, using three noodles, the ¾ cup sauce, the remaining half of the ricotta mixture, then about half of the remaining mozzarella.
  • To finish, lay down the remaining 3 lasagna noodles and spread with the remaining sauce. (Reserve the remaining mozzarella.) Cover and cook on low until the internal temperature in the center is at least 140 degrees and the noodles are tender, 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours.
  • Turn off the slow cooker and sprinkle the top of the lasagna with the remaining mozzarella. Remove the crock from the base that contains the heating element and let the lasagna rest with the lid on for 20 to 30 minutes, otherwise it will fall apart when you try to slice it. Sprinkle the top with more torn basil, to your taste. Cut the lasagna with a knife and scoop out servings with a spatula to serve.

Tips:

  • Brine the turkey: Brining the turkey before cooking helps to keep it moist and flavorful. To brine the turkey, dissolve 1 cup of salt and 1/2 cup of sugar in 1 gallon of water. Place the turkey in the brine solution and refrigerate for 12-24 hours.
  • Use a slow cooker liner: Using a slow cooker liner makes cleanup a breeze. Simply place the liner in the slow cooker before adding the ingredients. When the cooking is finished, remove the liner and discard it.
  • Layer the lasagna ingredients carefully: When layering the lasagna ingredients, be sure to start with a layer of sauce on the bottom of the slow cooker. Then, add a layer of noodles, followed by a layer of turkey, ricotta cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat these layers until the slow cooker is full.
  • Cook the lasagna on low heat: Cooking the lasagna on low heat helps to prevent the noodles from becoming overcooked. Cook the lasagna for 6-8 hours on low heat, or until the noodles are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Crock-Pot Turkey Lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas. With a few simple tips, you can make a Crock-Pot Turkey Lasagna that is sure to please the whole family.

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