Cheesy Ravioli Recipe

If you’re looking for the ultimate slow cooker cheesy ravioli recipe, this easy 3-ingredient crockpot ravioli is guaranteed to become a family favorite. Made with frozen cheese ravioli, rich marinara sauce, and plenty of gooey mozzarella cheese, this effortless dinner delivers classic Italian-inspired comfort with almost no prep. Simply layer the ingredients in your slow cooker, let it cook low and slow, and come home to a warm, cheesy meal everyone will love.

Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, family gatherings, or cozy weekends, this easy slow cooker ravioli recipe is budget-friendly, satisfying, and incredibly simple to make.

Benefits of This Slow Cooker Cheesy Ravioli

• Only 3 simple ingredients.
• Easy dump-and-go slow cooker recipe.
• No need to thaw the frozen ravioli.
• Family-friendly comfort food everyone enjoys.
• Perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
• Great for potlucks and parties.
• Minimal preparation and cleanup.
• Budget-friendly recipe using pantry staples.
• Rich, cheesy, and satisfying.
• Leftovers reheat beautifully.

Servings: 6

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 3½–4 hours

Total Time: About 4 hours

Ingredients

• 1 (24–28 oz) jar marinara or spaghetti sauce
• 1 (25–27 oz) bag frozen cheese ravioli
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. Lightly coat a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Spread about ½ cup marinara sauce over the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Arrange a layer of frozen cheese ravioli over the sauce.
4. Spoon additional marinara sauce over the ravioli, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
5. Continue layering ravioli, sauce, and mozzarella until all ingredients are used, finishing with plenty of sauce and a generous layer of mozzarella.
6. Cover and cook on LOW for 3½ to 4 hours, or until the ravioli are tender and the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden around the edges.
7. Let the ravioli rest for about 10 minutes before serving for easier scooping.
8. Serve hot with garlic bread, a crisp green salad, or roasted vegetables.

Tips & Variations

• Use four-cheese or spinach-and-cheese ravioli for extra flavor.
• Replace some mozzarella with an Italian cheese blend or provolone.
• Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
• Use meat-flavored marinara for a heartier meal.
• Choose part-skim mozzarella and lower-sodium sauce for a lighter version.
• Check the ravioli after 3 hours if your slow cooker cooks quickly.
• Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat with a splash of extra marinara.