Easy Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna Recipe

Here’s a simple and delicious Easy Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna recipe—comfort food without the fuss:

Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

• 1 (25 oz) package cheese ravioli (fresh or frozen)

• 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage

• 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce

• 1 cup water or broth

• 1 cup ricotta cheese

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Optional: fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the Meat:

1. In a skillet, cook ground beef or sausage over medium heat until browned.

2. Drain excess fat.

2. Prepare the Crockpot:

1. Lightly grease your slow cooker.

2. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom.

3. Layer the Lasagna:

1. Place half of the ravioli in a single layer over the sauce.

2. Spoon half of the cooked meat over the ravioli.

3. Dollop ricotta cheese over the meat (about half) and sprinkle with 1 cup mozzarella.

4. Add a layer of sauce.

5. Repeat layers with remaining ravioli, meat, ricotta, mozzarella, and sauce.

6. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning on top.

7. Pour 1 cup water or broth around the edges (helps cook ravioli evenly).

4. Cook:

• Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours (or high for 2–2.5 hours) until ravioli are tender.

5. Serve:

• Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

• Scoop onto plates like a traditional lasagna and enjoy!

Tips

• No-boil ravioli: Works best with fresh or frozen ravioli. If using frozen, no need to thaw.

• Vegetarian option: Skip meat and add layers of spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini.

• Cheese variation: Use a mix of mozzarella, provolone, and fontina for extra richness.

I can also create a “one-step dump-and-go” version where you layer everything in the crockpot and let it cook without pre-cooking the meat, for ultimate convenience.