Easy Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna
The Ultimate Slow Cooker Comfort Food for Busy Weeknights
If you're craving a family-friendly dinner that’s rich, cheesy, and ready with minimal effort—this Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna is the answer. It’s the perfect recipe for busy parents, college students, or anyone who loves hearty comfort food without the hassle.
Made with frozen ravioli, rich pasta sauce, and layers of gooey cheese, this set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker recipe tastes like you’ve been cooking all day—but only takes 15 minutes to prep. Whether you're planning an easy dinner idea or meal prepping for the week, this cheesy lasagna crockpot version will be on repeat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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✔️ Hands-off cooking – Let the crockpot do all the work.
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✔️ Budget-friendly ingredients – Just a few pantry staples.
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✔️ Freezer-friendly – Perfect for leftovers.
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✔️ Kid-approved – It’s pasta, cheese, and beef. Enough said!
Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
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1 (24 oz) jar pasta sauce
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1 (25 oz) package frozen cheese ravioli
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Optional: fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Brown the Beef
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
2. Add Pasta Sauce
Pour the pasta sauce into the skillet with the cooked beef. Stir and let simmer for 3–5 minutes.
3. Prep the Crockpot
Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker. Add a small layer of the meat sauce to coat the bottom.
4. Layer Ravioli
Place a layer of frozen cheese ravioli over the sauce.
5. Add Cheese
Sprinkle mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese over the ravioli.
6. Repeat Layers
Repeat layers of sauce, ravioli, and cheese until all ingredients are used—ending with cheese.
7. Slow Cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours, until the ravioli is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Rest and Serve
Let sit for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set. Garnish with basil or parsley and enjoy!
Pro Tips
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Use Italian sausage instead of beef for a spicier twist.
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Add a layer of ricotta cheese in the middle for a true lasagna experience.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
What to Serve With It
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Garlic bread or Texas toast
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A fresh Caesar salad
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Roasted green beans or steamed broccoli
Nutrition (Approx. per serving – serves 6–8)
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Calories: 490
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Protein: 27g
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Carbs: 32g
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Fat: 27g
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Fiber: 2g
Crockpot Ravioli Lasagna
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Drain fat and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Stir in pasta sauce and let simmer for 3–5 minutes.
- Grease your crockpot. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom.
- Layer frozen ravioli over the sauce.
- Sprinkle mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used, finishing with cheese.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours.
- Let rest for 10–15 minutes before serving. Garnish if desired.