This full of Italian flavors family favorite Crockpot Spaghetti Casserole Casserole is easy to cook using pantry staples, requires minimal prep and is freezer friendly.
You’ll also love Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meatballs, Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas Casserole and Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Pasta.
Crockpot Spaghetti Casserole is even easier to make than the traditional method. And fewer dishes to wash. Simply brown the beef, drain and throw all of the ingredients into your slow cooker. Yeap, less than 10 mins of effort.
It’s packed full of delicious Italian flavours with seasoning and basil and a hint of sweetness with maple syrup to complement the pasta sauce. The pasta just soaks up all the flavors whilst it’s cooking.
Slow Cooker Spaghetti is the perfect make-ahead no stress meal. You know when everyone needs to bring a dish to the potluck and you really want to make something that everyone will enjoy so you can go home with an empty dish? This is that meal.
Why You’ll Love It
- Great make ahead dish. On busy days, throw ingredients into your slow cooker so you can focus on other things.
- Pantry Meal – make this slow cooker pasta with a handful of common pantry staples and minimal hands on time.
- Feeds a Crowd – just the thing for easy weeknight suppers, potlucks, game day gatherings, parties, and family feasts.
Tools Needed
- An awesome slow cooker.
- Measuring cups and spoons.
- A mixing spatula.
- The best ever sea salt flakes.
Ready to make Crockpot Spaghetti Casserole? Head into your pantry and grab your ingredients and I’ll show you how….
How to Make Crockpot Spaghetti Casserole
- Heat oil in a frying pan/skillet and add beef and bacon and cook until beef is browned. Drain any extra liquid from the meat and add it to the lightly oiled Crockpot insert.
- Add in the rest of the ingredients up to the spaghetti into your Crockpot and mix.
- Top with the mozzarella and cover and cook on low for 4-5 hrs. (Check after 4 hrs and if needs extra time then cook for a little longer.)
Recipe Tips
- Make sure the pasta is completely mixed into and covered by the sauce before cooking.
- Want to make homemade spaghetti sauce? Check out my crockpot spaghetti sauce recipe.
- Break the dry spaghetti into thirds. This will help the pasta fit in your crockpot.
- When storing leftovers, put in single-serving containers to make reheating easier.
- Slow Cooker temperatures may vary depending on your make and model. So keep an eye on this the first time you make it so you know how long it takes to cook in your slow cooker.
Delicious Variations
- Use ground chicken instead of ground beef. The slow cooker spaghetti will be equally as flavourful with ground chicken.
- Vary the herbs. Feel free to use other seasoning like Tuscan seasoning or Greek seasoning instead.
- Add heat. Chipotle, red chili flakes and jalapenos work if you like some heat.
- Add toppings at the end – serve with shredded cheese, guacamole, sour cream, diced tomato, lime, fresh-made pico de gallo, Mexican rice, quinoa, black beans, or corn.
Store
- Store – Make ahead and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
FAQs
Should I Boil the Spaghetti Ahead of Time?
Nope. Just throw your ingredients and browned ground beef into the crockpot and let it work its magic. The spaghetti will suck up all that delicious tomato sauce, herbs and beef flavour leaving you with the best plate of spaghetti you’ve ever had.
Should I Cook the Ground Beef Before Adding to the Slow Cooker?
Yeap, you should. And this is the secret of crockpot users. Browning your meats prior to putting in the crockpot will build the flavour of your meats. Some meats you can dump in, but it helps to brown ground beef before adding it to your slow cooker.
Does The Pasta Get Mushy In The Crockpot?
Your pasta shouldn’t turn out mushy, but it will most likely seem a little more tender than traditional pasta cooked on the stove. You should check the texture of your pasta as it cooks to ensure you end up with pasta of your liking.
More Crockpot Recipes
- Crockpot Chicken Fajitas.
- Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Pasta.
- Crockpot Breakfast Casserole.
- Slow Cooker Whole Chicken.
- Korean Slow Cooker Short Ribs.
- Crockpot Grape Jelly Meatballs.
- Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole.
- Slow Cooker Short Ribs.
- Slow Cooker Tomato Soup.
- Slow Cooker Bread Pudding.
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Originally published Sept 2018. Post has been updated.
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Crockpot Spaghetti Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 6 slices of lean bacon cut up
- 2 X 28 oz (1.5l) pasta sauce 1.5l pasta sauce
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1.5 -2 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 10 basil leaves roughly torn
- 8 oz (225g) spaghetti cut into thirds
- 1 cup (125g) shredded mozzarella
Instructions
- Heat oil in a frying pan / skillet and add beef and bacon and cook until beef is browned. Drain any extra liquid from the meat and add it to the lightly oiled Crockpot insert.
- Add in the rest of the ingredients up to the spaghetti into your Crockpot and mix.
- Top with the mozzarella and cover and cook on low for 4-5 hrs. (Check after 4 hrs and if needs extra time then cook for a little longer.)
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Notes
Recipe Tips
- Want to make homemade spaghetti sauce? Check out my crockpot spaghetti sauce recipe.
- Break the dry spaghetti into thirds. This will help the pasta fit in your crockpot.
- Slow Cooker temperatures may vary depending on your make and model.
Recipe Variations
- Use ground chicken instead of ground beef. The slow cooker spaghetti will be equally as flavourful with ground chicken.
- Vary the herbs. Feel free to use other seasoning like Tuscan seasoning or Greek seasoning instead.
- Add heat. Chipotle, red chili flakes and jalapenos work if you like some heat.
- Add toppings at the end – serve with shredded cheese, guacamole, sour cream, diced tomato, lime, fresh-made pico de gallo, Mexican rice, quinoa, black beans, or corn.
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