Name: Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 –2 lbs ground turkey; 1 tsp baking soda (optional); 1 onion (chopped); 2 –3 cloves garlic; 3 tbsp Italian seasoning; 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 2 15 oz cans stewed tomatoes; 8 oz cream cheese (cubed); 4 cups chicken broth; 3 –4 cups spinach; 1 package tortellini

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This simple Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup is everything you love about classic lasagna—rich tomato flavor, hearty protein, cheesy goodness—but made so much easier in one cozy slow cooker pot.

It comes together in minutes and slowly simmers into a thick, comforting soup (honestly closer to a stew!) that’s perfect for those chilly, rainy PNW days. With tender tortellini, hidden spinach, and a creamy finish, it’s a meal the whole family will love—no layering required.

We love serving it with a slice of tangy, rustic sourdough bread to soak up every last bit.

There’s something about a warm pot of soup simmering on the stove that instantly makes a home feel cozy.

So put on your Apron First and let’s get started!

Why You’ll Love This

Easy slow cooker meal with minimal prep
All the flavors of lasagna without the work
Hearty, filling, and family-friendly
Hidden veggies blended right in
Perfect for make-ahead dinners

Ingredients

Ground Turkey (1–2 lbs) – Lean protein that absorbs all the rich flavors

Baking Soda (1 tsp) – Helps tenderize the turkey (optional tip). Everyone has an easier time digesting the turkey…plus less stomach bubbles. 😉

Italian Seasoning (3 tbsp) – Brings classic lasagna flavor

Garlic (2–3 cloves) – Adds savory depth

Onion (1 medium) – Builds the base flavor

Salt & Pepper – To taste

Red Pepper Flakes (1 tsp, optional) – Adds a gentle heat

Stewed Tomatoes (2 × 15 oz cans) – Creates a rich, hearty base

Cream Cheese (8 oz, cubed) – Adds creaminess and richness

Chicken Broth (4 cups) – Balances and thins the soup

Fresh Spinach (3–4 cups) – Blended for a hidden veggie boost

Tortellini (1 package, ~9–12 oz) – Adds cheesy, hearty texture (fresh, frozen, or dried)

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Equipment

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Step 1:Prep the Turkey

Sprinkle baking soda over ground turkey (optional) and mix in. In a skillet, sauté onion, then garlic. Add turkey and cook until browned. Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes

Step 2:Build the Soup Base

Transfer browned mixture to slow cooker. Add stewed tomatoes, cream cheese, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.

Step 3: Cook

Cook on low for 4-8 hours, stirring occasionally if possible to help the cream cheese melt fully.

Step 4: Add Spinach & Tortellini

About 15 minutes before serving, blend spinach (if desired) and stir into soup. Add fresh tortellini.

*Note: If using frozen or dried tortellini: add 25–30 minutes before serving.

Step 5: Finish & Serve

Stir gently, let everything heat through, and serve warm with sourdough bread.

Table Conversation Starter:

Would you rather eat soup or pasta for a week?

What’s your favorite comfort food on a rainy day?

If you could invent a new soup, what would it be?

What’s one meal you could eat over and over again?

Tips and Tricks

Blend the spinach – Perfect for picky eaters
Stir cream cheese occasionally – Helps it melt smoothly
Adjust thickness – Add more broth if it becomes too thick
Watch tortellini timing – Overcooking can make it too soft
Reheat smart – Add broth or water the next day as pasta absorbs liquid
Make it richer – Add a sprinkle of mozzarella or parmesan on top