Ravioli Casserole

This ravioli casserole combines perfectly cooked ravioli layered with a flavorful marinara sauce and tons of melted cheese. It's so quick and easy to make, but it tastes like something you'd get from a restaurant!

The Best Ravioli Casserole

If you're a fan of ravioli, you're going to love this baked ravioli casserole version! It kind of reminds me of a cross between regular ravioli and lasagna, but it's super easy to make.

This recipe has cheese ravioli layered in a casserole dish with savory marinara sauce and tons of mozzarella cheese. Everything is covered under a layer of freshly grated parmesan cheese and baked to perfection for a combination that's simply irresistible.

It's honestly so good and is one of the most convenient pasta casserole recipes you'll find!

This ravioli bake is perfect for making busy weeknight dinners, and it's impressive enough to serve at a dinner party. You can serve it with this spaghetti sandwich, these oven baked meatballs, or this zucchini tomato casserole for a complete dinner everyone will remember. 

Why This Recipe Works

5-minute prep. All you have to do is layer the ingredients in your casserole dish and let it bake in the oven. It doesn't get more effortless than that!

Simple ingredients. You only need 5 ingredients to make this ravioli casserole, but everything combines to create a whole lot of flavor.

A winning combination. From the tomato sauce to the perfectly cooked cheese ravioli and extra cheeses, there's a lot to love about this casserole recipe.

Family favorite. Anyone who likes cheese ravioli absolutely loves this ravioli bake. It's a hit with kids and adults every time, so you can serve it whenever you want and know you'll have a winner.

Ingredients

As I just mentioned, the ingredient list for this delicious recipe is super straightforward. 

Here's everything you'll need to make baked ravioli casserole:

• 16oz. package cheese ravioli
• 15oz. marinara sauce
• 1 ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan
• Fresh basil for garnish

If you have to run to the store to get ravioli, make sure to get an extra box so you can make this lazy lasagna next. It's got a similar flavor, just made with frozen ravioli instead of refrigerated ravioli.

How To Make Ravioli Casserole

1. Prep work: Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C) and grease a 9-inch baking dish with some cooking oil or nonstick cooking spray.

2. Layer the casserole: Add a very thin layer of marinara sauce to the prepared baking dish. Then arrange the ravioli in a single layer over the marinara sauce. Top the ravioli with more marinara and shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers until you've used all of the remaining ravioli and cheese. Depending on the size of the ravioli or baking dish you use, you'll have two or three layers.

3. Bake the casserole: Sprinkle parmesan cheese over top of the casserole and cover it with aluminum foil. Bake the casserole for 20 minutes, then uncover it and bake for another 20-25 minutes.

4. Serve: Take the casserole dish out of the oven, garnish it with fresh basil, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Make a meat sauce by mixing cooked brown ground beef, ground chicken, ground turkey, or Italian sausage in a bowl with the marinara sauce.
• Use pasta sauce or any type of spaghetti sauce if you don't have marinara sauce.
• Add ricotta cheese to the layers to make an extra cheesy dish.
• Add ingredients to the marinara sauce, like Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes, for a spicy kick.
• Use different types of ravioli like spinach ravioli, cheese ravioli, or mushroom ravioli to switch up the flavor.
• Use frozen cheese ravioli if you don't have fresh ravioli. Just remember to increase the cooking time.
• Try using Alfredo sauce for a creamy casserole.
• Add vegetables like chopped spinach, diced tomatoes, or sliced mushrooms for a healthier casserole.

How To Store Baked Ravioli Casserole

In the fridge: Store leftover ravioli casserole by covering the baking dish with a lid or transferring the leftovers to an airtight container and store for about 3-5 days.

In the freezer: Allow the leftover ravioli casserole to cool completely, then store the leftovers in a freezer-safe container and freezer for about 1-2 months.

Reheating: Put a large serving of ravioli casserole back in a casserole dish and heat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes or until the cheese melts and it's warmed through. You can microwave single portions in 20-second increments until warm. Allow the frozen ravioli bake to thaw overnight in the fridge or add more reheating time.

FAQS About This Ravioli Casserole

What pairs well with ravioli? 

Ravioli pairs great with a house salad, this La Scala chopped salad, these Olive Garden breadsticks, or this dump and bake meatball casserole for a heartier meal.

What can make ravioli better? 

Ravioli can be spiced up by making a homemade marinara sauce, using Alfredo sauce, adding different spices like garlic powder, oregano, or chili powder, or garnishing the ravioli with fresh herbs and parmesan cheese.

What meat goes best with ravioli?

Ravioli is best mixed with ground beef or Italian sausage, but it also tastes delicious with these Italian chicken cutlets.

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