Instant Pot Lasagna Soup Recipe (2024)

This Instant Pot Lasagna Soupis everything you love about lasagna, in a warm, comforting bowl of soup! This is so easy to make thanks to the Instant Pot, and is a huge favorite in our family!

For more delicious Instant Pot recipes, be sure to check out my Instant Pot Stir Fry Noodles, Instant Pot Carrots with Honey Glaze, and Instant Pot Mac and Cheese.

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On crazy busy days, I’m so thankful to have my Instant Pot. It’s quick, easy, and cleaning up one pot is basically my favorite thing about it. I own the 6 quart version and use it all the time. If you don’t have one yet, I highly HIGHLY recommend it! Especially for yummy recipes like this Instant Pot Lasagna Soup!

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This recipe has quickly become one of my favorites that I’ve created for the Instant Pot, and that’s saying a lot because my Instant Pot Loaded Potato Soup is a big hit at our house, and with all of you! Be sure to try it out if you haven’t had a chance to yet!

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Ingredients for Instant Pot Lasagna Soup(SEE MEASUREMENTS IN RECIPE CARD BELOW!)

  • olive oil
  • Italian sausage
  • garlic
  • marinara sauce
  • onion
  • chicken broth
  • Dried spices: basil, oregano, thyme, parsley, pepper
  • lasagna noodles
  • heavy cream
  • ricotta cheese
  • parmesan cheese
  • mozzarella cheese

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How to Make Instant Pot Lasagna Soup – Step by Step

Step 1: Cook the meat

Turn the Instant Pot to saute and add the olive oil. When hot, add the Italian sausage and cook, crumbling with a wooden spoon or spatula. Stir frequently to prevent the sausage from sticking to the bottom of the pot. When the sausage is partly cooked, add the onions and garlic and continue cooking for about 4-5 more minutes, until onions are soft and meat is no longer pink.

Step 2: Pressure cook

Stir in the chicken broth, water, marinara sauce, spices, and broken lasagna noodles. Place the lid on the pot and flip the valve to “sealing.” Cook over manual high pressure for 6 minutes.

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Step 3: Make ricotta topping

While the soup is cooking, prepare the ricotta topping. In a small bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese, grated parmesan cheese, and dried parsley. Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Step 4: Serve

Once the time is up on the Instant Pot, perform a quick release. When all of the steam has escaped and the pin on the lid has dropped, open the lid and stir in the heavy cream. Divide the soup into bowls and top each with a scoop of the ricotta mixture and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese. Enjoy!

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Instant PotLasagna Soup – Tips and Notes

  • Instant Pot size: I used a 6 quart Instant Pot in this recipe.
  • My favorite marinara sauce to use is from Rao’s. It’s a little more expensive than other jarred sauces, but I find the flavor to be the best and it’s made with all whole food ingredients, too.
  • Noodle substitution: feel free to use a different type of noodle than lasagna noodles. I’ve also made this with farfalle and penne pasta with great results.
  • To make this on the stovetop, I also have a skillet lasagna recipe you should try.

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Vegan and Vegetarian Options

For a vegan adaptation of this Instant Pot Lasagna Soup, you can leave out the sausage and replace the heavy cream with a vegan heavy cream, like the kind by Silk. You can also omit the ricotta topping.

For a vegetarian option, simply leave out the meat and make the recipe as directed.

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Can I use ground beef or turkey instead of Italian sausage?

Yes you definitely can, and I’ve made it both ways. However, Italian sausage is my favorite meat to use because it’s delicious and really brings out the lasagna flavors the best.

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Storing and Reheating

This Instant Pot Lasagna Soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. You can also store the ricotta topping in a separate container in the fridge for three days as well.

As the soup sits, the noodles will absorb most of the moisture from the soup. So when you reheat your soup, it will be a lot thicker. You can add a little water or chicken broth to thin it out, or just enjoy as is with its more traditional, lasagna-like texture.

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Recipe: Instant Pot Lasagna Soup

Yield: 6 servings (1.5 cups each)

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 12 minutes mins

Total Time: 22 minutes mins

This Instant Pot Lasagna Soup is everything you love about lasagna, in a warm, comforting bowl of soup! This is so easy to make thanks to the Instant Pot, and is a huge favorite in our family!

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Ingredients

Soup:

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 16 oz mild Italian sausage
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • pepper, to taste
  • 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into thirds
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Topping:

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Equipment

  • 1 Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker

Instructions

  • Turn the Instant Pot to saute and add the olive oil. When hot, add the Italian sausage and cook, crumbling with a wooden spoon or spatula. Stir frequently to prevent the sausage from sticking to the bottom of the pot. When the sausage is partly cooked, add the onions and garlic and continue cooking for about 4-5 more minutes, until onions are soft and meat is no longer pink.

  • Stir in the chicken broth, water, marinara sauce, spices, and broken lasagna noodles. Place the lid on the pot and flip the valve to "sealing." Cook over manual high pressure for 6 minutes.

  • While the soup is cooking, prepare the ricotta topping. In a small bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese, grated parmesan cheese, and dried parsley. Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.

  • Once the time is up on the Instant Pot, perform a quick release. When all of the steam has escaped and the pin on the lid has dropped, open the lid and stir in the heavy cream. Divide the soup into bowls and top each with a scoop of the ricotta mixture and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Instant Pot size: I used a 6 quart Instant Pot in this recipe.
  • My favorite marinara sauce to use is from Rao's. It's a little more expensive than other jarred sauces, but I find the flavor to be the best and it's made with all whole food ingredients, too.
  • Noodle substitution: feel free to use a different type of noodle than lasagna noodles. I've also made this with farfalle and penne pasta with great results.
  • To make this on the stovetop, I also have a skillet lasagna recipe you should try.
  • Vegan and Vegetarian Options:For a vegan adaptation of this Instant Pot Lasagna Soup, you can leave out the sausage and replace the heavy cream with a vegan heavy cream, like the kind by Silk. You can also omit the ricotta topping. For a vegetarian option, simply leave out the meat and make the recipe as directed.
  • Storing and Reheating:This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. You can also store the ricotta topping in a separate container in the fridge for three days as well. As the soup sits, the noodles will absorb most of the moisture from the soup. So when you reheat your soup, it will be a lot thicker. You can add a little water or chicken broth to thin it out, or just enjoy as is with its more traditional, lasagna-like texture.

Cuisine: Italian Inspired

Course: Main

Author: Ashlyn Edwards | Belle of the Kitchen

Calories: 692kcal, Carbohydrates: 39g, Protein: 30g, Fat: 46g, Saturated Fat: 20g, Cholesterol: 127mg, Sodium: 1584mg, Potassium: 790mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 1165IU, Vitamin C: 13.6mg, Calcium: 340mg, Iron: 3.3mg

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FAQs

What is the soup mode on Instant Pot? ›

Instant Pot SOUP Setting (SOUP/BROTH BUTTON) The default Instant Pot soup setting is pre-programmed to set the pot to cook at HIGH pressure for 30 minutes. The soup program brings the contents of the pot to a slow simmer and results in a clear broth due to lack of boiling motion.

Is the soup setting sealing or venting on Instant Pot? ›

The Soup setting on the Instant Pot operates by using high pressure to create a sealed cooking environment.

How long to simmer soup in Instant Pot? ›

The time it takes to boil soup in an Instant Pot can vary depending on the specific recipe and ingredients used. However, on average, it usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes for the Instant Pot to come to pressure and then an additional 15 to 30 minutes for the soup to boil and cook adequately.

How do you not overcook lasagna? ›

To prevent an overcooked surface and an undercooked center, cover with aluminum foil halfway through the cooking process. Particularly when using store-bought dry pasta, be careful when cooking the corners. Cover them well with the filling and add a drizzle of water or milk to soften them once in the oven.

Should soup be cooked on high or low pressure Instant Pot? ›

Soup. The soup program is 30 minutes on high pressure. Depending on wether your are using fresh or frozen meats, soup times can range from 20 minutes to an hour.

How do you keep soup from burning in Instant Pot? ›

How to Prevent a Burn Notice in the Future
  1. Scrape before you seal: Scrape up all the browned bits left in the pot after sautéing food and before closing the lid.
  2. Double-check your parts before you close up the pot for cooking. ...
  3. Make sure that you're using enough liquid.
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What happens if I forgot to seal an Instant Pot? ›

If you forget to seal your Instant Pot's valve, the appliance may not work properly. The Instant Pot uses extreme pressure and heat to cook ingredients, which is why it cooks meals so much faster than a stove or slow cooker.

Do you close the vent on Instant Pot when pressure cooking? ›

Make sure your vent in set to "sealing"

When starting your cook, you want this lever pointing toward "sealing" and not "venting." Sealing means the Instant Pot is going to hold all the pressure created inside the pot, while venting is what you'll likely do to release the pressure when the food is finished cooking.

Do you slow cook with the vent open or closed on Instant Pot? ›

Close the lid and put the steam release handle in the venting position. (You can alternatively use an Instant Pot tempered glass lid, which we'll discuss below.) 3. Plug in your Instant Pot, and press the “Slow Cook” button.

How do you thicken soup in an Instant Pot? ›

Just a bit of corn starch. Take a tbsp of cornstarch and mix with a tablespoon of cold water, then stir it into your sauce - make sure the sauce boils for a little bit with the cornstarch in it to activate it's thickeners, then let it cool.

Can I leave soup in Instant Pot overnight? ›

Expert Response. The Instant pot can work like a slow cooker and when you leave it on a warm setting it will keep the food around 140 F so bacteria won't multiply. There would be a problem if they turned off the instant pot and left it over night. As long as the food stays warm out of the danger zone (40-140 degree F.)

How do you make instant soup taste better? ›

Garnishing your soup with fresh herbs will bring out the taste of the soup really well. You may go for basil leaves for your bland tomato soup while crushed cilantro would go well with tortilla soup. However, if it's chicken noodle soup then adding chopped thyme would be the tastiest idea.

Why is my lasagna so soupy? ›

The sauce could be too watery. The noodles can be holding on to water. The vegetables are releasing excess moisture. If you are using ricotta be careful of the moisture it can add.

Why do you put milk in lasagna? ›

The secret ingredient? Milk. It tenderises the meat, to leave you with the most tender ragù. Use a deep dish and find out how to layer a lasagne.

How many layers should lasagna have? ›

Let me break it to you: If you want to make a lasagna, three layers just won't cut it! For the perfect lasagna, you need at least 4-5 layers to really enjoy all those mouth-watering flavors. And, here's a pro-tip: make sure to season each layer generously, but not too much. The average lasagna has 8 layers!

Do you quick release soup in Instant Pot? ›

Use an automatic natural release (NPR) for soups, chilis, and oatmeals to let the pressure slowly release for up to 40 minutes. Opt for a manual quick release (QR) that takes 1 to 5 minutes if you want to avoid over-cooking delicate foods like fish, green beans, or pasta.

How full can you fill Instant Pot with soup? ›

Maximum When pressure cooking, do not fill the inner pot higher than the PC MAX — 2/3 line as indicated on the inner pot. When cooking foods that expand (e.g., rice, beans, pasta) do not fill the inner pot higher than the — 1/2 line as indicated on the inner pot.

Why soup in a pressure cooker cooks faster? ›

At that pressure, water boils at 121°C (250°F). That means food can cook at a much higher temperature than it ever could at atmospheric pressure—and since cooking reactions speed up at higher temperatures, your food cooks faster. It also doesn't dry out, since the water stays in liquid form.

How do you transport soup in an Instant Pot? ›

If I were going to transport hot contents, I would remove the inner pot from the pressure cooker, put the Instant Pot Silicone Lid on the inner pot, and use silicone cross bands to make sure it stayed secure. Then I would set the inner pot inside a cardboard box and pack newspaper around it.

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