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Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna

Cheesy, flavorful, and hands-off comfort food. Frozen ravioli transforms in the slow cooker into a bubbling, tender, and delicious lasagna without the fuss of layering noodles.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings 6

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker; spatula for serving.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package about 25 oz frozen cheese or meat ravioli
  • 2 cups marinara sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Optional: fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Lightly grease a 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick spray or a thin layer of oil.
  • Place a single layer of frozen ravioli at the bottom of the crockpot.
  • Spoon a layer of marinara sauce over the ravioli. Drop small dollops of ricotta, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan, and season with Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
  • Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
  • Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours until ravioli are tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Let sit for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

• Use frozen ravioli—do not thaw.
• Layer cheese between ravioli for even creaminess.
• Let lasagna rest 10 minutes before serving.
• Avoid lifting the lid frequently to maintain cooking temperature.