Instant Pot Lasagna Soup

Instant Pot Lasagna Soup has all the flavors of classic lasagna but is simple to make and cooks super fast. You’ll love digging into a bowl of this cheesy, meaty tomato soup goodness.

If you love soup and you love lasagna, you will absolutely love Instant Pot chicken lasagna soup! This lasagna soup instant pot recipe only takes a few minutes to prepare and doesn’t even require an oven to cook it. It truly is trouble-free.

Instant pot lasagna soup has everything you love about that beloved Italian lasagna – meat, cheese, and noodles.

But with this soup recipe, you get to skip all the work required to make a lasagna casserole. In no time, you’ll be enjoying a piping hot cozy bowl of delicious lasagna soup instead.

Serve this main dish soup with a green salad for an easy and comforting meal the whole family will love. It’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or when you need a bowl of comfort on a cold day. 

Why Make This Recipe

• Cheesy – A combination of four kinds of cheese makes this soup rich and creamy. 
• Fast – Quick prep and a quick cook time means dinner will be on the table, fast!
• Comforting – All the comfort of Grandma’s lasagna in an easy to make Instant Pot recipe.

Ingredient Notes

• Olive Oil – Or use your favorite light, neutral oil.
• Tomato Paste  – Look for tomato paste in a tube since you just use a small amount.
• Seasonings – Onion powder, Italian seasoning, oregano, garlic and bay leaf are all pantry staples that make a wonderful seasoning for this chicken lasagna soup. 
• Ground Chicken – You can also use ground turkey or your favorite ground meat. 
• Water – Water will create a broth for the soup. Add more for a thinner soup. 
• Crushed Tomatoes – Don’t drain the tomatoes. Add them along with the juice.
• Marinara Sauce – Use your favorite sauce or experiment with different flavors. 
• Balsamic Vinegar – Just a touch of balsamic adds a bit of sweetness to the instant pot lasagne soup. 
• Lasagna Noodles – Break the noodles into pieces. You can use regular noodles or the oven-ready kind.
• Mozzarella Cheese – Use freshly shredded cheese, as bagged cheese usually has starch added to keep it from sticking together. 
• Ricotta Cheese – A classic lasagna staple. 
• Cream Cheese – Adds delicious creaminess to the soup.
• Parmesan Cheese – Use freshly grated cheese.
• Baby Spinach – Wilt this into the soup for lots of healthy goodness. 
• Red Pepper Flakes – This optional ingredient is perfect if you like a touch of heat.  

How To Make Instant Pot Lasagna Soup

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1. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode on medium heat and add the olive oil, tomato paste, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, oregano, chili flakes and bay leaf.
2. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the spices become fragrant.
3. Add the chicken and sauté until the meat is no longer pink, stirring to break up the pieces as it cooks. 
4. Turn the Instant Pot off, then pour in water, crushed tomatoes, marinara sauce, and balsamic vinegar. Stir to combine. 
5. Sprinkle the broken lasagna noodles on top, then gently push them down (do not stir) so they are fully submerged in liquid.
6. Place the lid on, turn valve to the sealing position, and set to high pressure/manual pressure for 2 minutes (note that it will take about 10 minutes for the pressure to build before the cook time starts).
7. When done, carefully perform a quick pressure release, open the lid, remove the bay leaf and stir.
8. Then add the mozzarella, ricotta, cream cheese and parmesan, stirring until fully melted.
9. Add the spinach and let it sit for 5 minutes. Serve topped with freshly chopped parsley or basil and additional grated parmesan, if desired.

Tips For Success

• Make sure to fully cook the ground chicken meat until it is no longer pink. 
• Do you like your food a little spicy? Add red pepper flakes for a bit of spice. 
• Gently press the lasagna noodles just below the liquid rather than stirring them in.
• Freeze any leftover tomatoes or tomato paste for later use. 
• If you prefer a thinner soup, add additional water or broth after cooking. 
• The leftover Instant Pot Chicken lasagna soup will absorb a lot of liquid as it sits, so plan to add additional liquid when reheating in order to reach the desired texture.

Variations

• Swap The Pasta – Use your favorite pasta noodles in place of the lasagna noodles. 
• Use Different Meat – This recipe uses ground chicken, but you can also use ground turkey, beef, or ground Italian sausage. 
• Make It Lighter – Reduce calories and fat by reserving the mozzarella and the ricotta and serving it on the side. Each person can then choose to add their desired amount, or none at all.
• Make It Vegetarian – Omit the meat to make a vegetarian version of this soup. 

Budget-Friendly Tips 

• Add More Broth – Instant Pot chicken lasagna soup is really thick. Add additional water to make more broth and you can get an extra bowl or two out of the recipe.
• Add A Salad and Bread – Serve with a green salad and some crusty garlic bread to make this soup a full meal.

Prep Ahead And Storage

• Prep Ahead – Cook the soup in advance and reheat it before serving. 
• Store – This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freeze – Pour cooled soup into freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat on the stovetop or microwave. 

Meal Prep

• Eat soup tonight and enjoy the leftovers for 4 more days. 
• Freeze leftovers (before adding the cheese) for up to 3 months. 
• Brown the meat in advance and freeze to make meal prep a breeze later on.

FAQs

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• Chicken Parmesan Sliders.
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