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Baked Ravioli Casserole

Published September 13, 2021 by Lauren Vavala

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Cheesy baked ravioli casserole with text overlay
Cheesy baked ravioli casserole with text overlay
Cheesy baked ravioli casserole with text overlay
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Cheesy Baked Ravioli Casserole checks all the busy chef’s boxes: it is simple to prepare, filled with delicious Italian flavors, and one of the best family dinners to serve. The next time you get a craving for comforting, Mediterranean food, try making this easy recipe, which is remarkably similar to traditional baked ravioli.

Overhead of a baked ravioli casserole in a cast iron skillet with a blue and cream striped towel under it on a marble backdrop

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Ravioli Casserole is a family favorite and crowd pleaser since most people are familiar with traditional Italian flavors and enjoy eating pasta. Like Three Cheese Spinach Stuffed Shells, Goat Cheese Pasta, Roasted Red Pepper Pasta, or Tuscan Steak and Pasta, this easy recipe for Ravioli Casserole is sure to satisfy any craving for Italian cuisine.

Every time my family gets takeout from our favorite, local Italian restaurant, I cannot help but order one of my favorite dishes, baked ravioli. It is such a simple, humble dish, but also incredibly satisfying to eat thanks to its delicious, cheesy layers.

I decided to make a similar dish, this Ravioli Casserole, in a skillet to resemble the round aluminum takeout container they usually serve it in. You may also choose to bake this dish in a regular casserole dish instead.

This dish is a great family dinner and one of the best casseroles to make when you are short on time or ingredients.

Why This Recipe Works

Ravioli Casserole requires virtually no prep. A minimal prep time means this recipe is super quick and easy to make.

Just 4 ingredients are needed to make this fantastic pasta casserole; your choice of frozen or fresh ravioli, favorite pasta sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese are all that is necessary.

This dish is seriously versatile! It may be made vegetarian, or you could choose to add extra meat and vegetables to it, as well. You may also substitute gluten free ravioli, instead of using traditional, flour-based raviolis.

How To Make Ravioli Casserole

Ingredients

Ingredients needed to make a ravioli casserole on a marble background with labels

  • Ravioli: frozen or fresh can be used, but you will need to reduce the bake time when using fresh pasta. You can use gluten free ravioli.
  • Pasta Sauce: your favorite jarred sauce or homemade sauce can be used. 
  • Mozzarella Cheese: I prefer to use fresh mozzarella, but you can use pre-shredded cheese, if you like.
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Parsley: optional garnish

The full recipe and instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Prep!

The beauty of this recipe is that there is no significant prep work needed. Simply preheat your oven to 350°F.

Create!

Frozen ravioli on top of sauce in a cast iron skillet

Add 1/2 cup of the sauce to the bottom of a large casserole dish or 12-inch oven proof cast iron skillet.

Place half of the ravioli in a single layer on top of the sauce.

Frozen ravioli topped with sauce and slices of mozzarella cheese in a cast iron skillet

Top the ravioli with half of the remaining sauce and half of the mozzarella cheese.

Ravioli casserole prior to baking in a cast iron skillet

Add the remaining ravioli and top with the remaining sauce and mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

Baked ravioli casserole with fresh parsley in a cast iron skillet on a marble backdrop

Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.

Remove the foil and bake an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the casserole is heated through.

Chef’s Tip: to brown the cheese, place the casserole under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching closely.

Present!

A wood spoon lifting up some ravioli from a baked ravioli casserole in a cast iron pan

Top with fresh, minced parsley, if desired.

Tips and Techniques

  • If using fresh ravioli, reduce the baking time by half.
  • To brown the cheese, after baking place the casserole under the broiler for 1-2 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  • Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator. Consume within 3-5 days.

FAQ’s

Can You Freeze Ravioli Casserole?

Yes. You can freeze an unbaked or baked and cooled ravioli casserole. Bake the casserole from frozen. You may need to increase the total bake time by 5-10 minutes.

What Do You Serve With Ravioli?

Some dishes that pair well with ravioli are:

  • Salads
  • Meatballs
  • Oven roasted vegetables

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Baked ravioli casserole in a cast iron skillet with a striped towel under it
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Baked Ravioli Casserole

Cheesy Baked Ravioli Casserole checks all the busy chef’s boxes: it is simple to prepare, filled with delicious Italian flavors, and one of the best family dinners to serve.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American, Gluten Free, Italian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 681kcal
Author Lauren Harris

Ingredients

  • 25 ounces pasta sauce (jar or homemade)
  • 25 ounces frozen ravioli (can use fresh, see notes)
  • 16 ounces mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Add 1/2 cup of the sauce to the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch casserole dish or 12-inch cast iron skillet.
  • Place half of the ravioli in a single layer on top of the sauce. Top with half of the remaining sauce and half of the mozzarella cheese.
  • Add the remaining ravioli and top with the remaining sauce and mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the casserole is heated through.
  • Top with fresh, minced parsley, if desired.

Notes

Tips and Techniques

  • If using fresh ravioli, reduce the bake time by half.
  • To brown the cheese, after baking place the casserole under the broiler for 1-2 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  • Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator. Consume within 3-5 days.
** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 681kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 129mg | Sodium: 1955mg | Potassium: 456mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1088IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 519mg | Iron: 14mg

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Comments

  1. Toni says

    November 23, 2021 at 12:37 pm

    Such an amazing comfort food! It quickly became a favorite at my house!

    Reply
  2. Savita says

    November 23, 2021 at 12:12 pm

    This looks so flavourful, cheese and pasta the best ever combination. Can’t wait to give it a try.

    Reply
  3. Laura says

    November 23, 2021 at 11:58 am

    This recipe is so easy and I am sure my family will love it. I will use fresh ravioli so it is even faster to make

    Reply
  4. Luci Petlack says

    November 23, 2021 at 11:46 am

    This looks heavenly. Why haven’t I thought of doing ravioli in a casserole? Thanks for the fresh ravioli notes!

    Reply
  5. Zeke B. says

    November 23, 2021 at 11:15 am

    Mmmm.. Delicious! We love ravioli and I’ve never thought to make it in my cast-iron before! Can’t wait to try this! Beautiful photos!

    Reply

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