Randy's Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna Recipe

Randy's Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna Recipe

Cook Time: 245 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 (24 ounce) jars prepared pasta sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 (25 ounce) package frozen cheese ravioli
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, chopped garlic, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and crumbly, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
  2. Stir in the pasta sauce along with the Italian seasoning, dried basil, and oregano into the cooked beef mixture. Mix well and let it simmer for a couple of minutes to blend the flavors.
  3. Transfer a generous layer of the meat sauce into the bottom of a slow cooker. Then, add a layer of frozen ravioli on top of the sauce.
  4. Continue layering with more meat sauce and ravioli, alternating between the two until all ingredients are used up. Make sure to finish with a final layer of meat sauce on top.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on Low for 3 to 5 hours, allowing the ravioli to cook and the flavors to meld together.
  6. Once the cooking time is up, sprinkle the ravioli and meat mixture with shredded mozzarella cheese. Cover and continue cooking for an additional 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the cheese has fully melted and the dish is bubbly.

Cooks Note

Using two jars of pasta sauce results in a richer, saucier dish, but if you prefer a lighter version, you can use just one jar. Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your preference I recommend a generous amount for full flavor.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 544
Total Fat 24g 30%
Saturated Fat 10g 52%
Cholesterol 91mg 30%
Sodium 1334mg 58%
Total Carbohydrate 53g 19%
Dietary Fiber 7g 26%
Total Sugars 17g
Protein 29g 59%
Vitamin C 4mg 5%
Calcium 397mg 31%
Iron 4mg 23%
Potassium 761mg 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Comments

Georgia Miseyko Gutekunst

10/06/2025 01:52:54 PM

I have made this lots of times, but, always in the oven. The method is basically the same. The only difference is that after I put the ingredients together in the baking pan, I COVER the pan with foil. I didn't notice whether or not the posted recipe uses cooked or uncooked ravioli. I use UNCOOKED ravioli. The layers pretty much work the same way.....I like to add a little fresh mozzarella in between the layers so it has that gooey-ness of lasagna. After I cover it, I bake it ABOUT 45 minutes to one hour at 350.

fruitdog

03/23/2022 04:01:16 AM

I made this with hot Italian sausage and added layers of mozzarella and cottage cheese (didn't have ricotta) with fresh parsley for more of a lasagna taste. I used fresh mushroom ravioli and lowered the cooking time. Turned out great!

Kathy

09/01/2018 08:45:59 AM

Used world best lasagna meat sauce from this site instead of jarred pasta sauce and meat from this recipe. Used about 36 oz ravioli and added mozzarella and Parmesan into the three layers of ravioli. My daughter loves it more then actual lasagna so guess what- will be making two crockpots next time and having lots to freeze for when I don’t have time to cook. I actually had to turn my setting to high since at two hours (several reviewers said it only needed 2 hours) on low (with the extra layers) mine was not done. I did throw extra fresh parsley in with the last layer of cheese for the last 30 minutes of cooking

Karen Watching

08/29/2019 06:47:40 PM

I made this in the oven, 350 for about 1 hour, covered for the first 45 minutes. Used frozen ravioli. I added ricotta and spinach between the layers. Using 1 jar of sauce, I added a grated zucchini into the sauce just before layering otherwise it turns out too dry. The zucchini gives the extra liquid the ravioli need to cook. We liked it, just don't overcook.

Tulip

11/08/2022 05:13:00 PM

I think I cooked it too long because it was mushy. I should have checked it after 2.5 hours. Next time, I will use a different brand of pasta sauce because I didn't really care for the one I used. I will also add green peppers and onions. I really liked the ease of it but prep time was much more than 15 minutes. I followed other people's advice and added the mozzerella between each layer.

Ivan Crespo Jr.

06/16/2020 09:05:36 PM

Came out amazing, doubled the sauce as recommended and baked in the oven instead of slow cooker for 1 hour.

Tricia Maze

04/28/2018 05:33:17 PM

This was pretty good! I used ground sweet Italian sausage instead of beef because I prefer it. I also topped it with some shredded parm. Next time I will add more mozz, especially on top. Also, I cooked it in the oven instead of the slow cooker. Just pre-cook your ravioli, layer everything the same way in a deep baking dish, cover and bake until everything is thoroughly warmed, then uncover and bake until cheese on top is browned.

Dianna

01/25/2020 01:51:16 AM

Ingenious. Loved this in the slow cooker. Referencing many reviews, I added a layer of ricotta w/ 1/2c of chopped fresh spinach. YUM! Never again will I make the more laborious lasagna that my family has been using for 5 decades. This was better in every way. I made 1/2 the recipe and cooked it for just 3 hours. Along w/a salad, it fed 6 people. Perfecto!

luvchuck

09/14/2020 01:08:12 PM

I make this all the time because it’s so easy and delicious. I use fresh ravioli instead of frozen, so I shorten the cook time as I’ve found that the ravioli overcook and become too mushy. I also add some shredded mozzarella after the first layer because more cheese.

rita sallie

01/05/2019 06:42:10 PM

I substituted ground beef for sweet Italian sausage. This doesn’t require a slow cooker. I baked it in the oven and it was ready in a fraction of the time it would otherwise take.

Emily Tanner

04/05/2021 10:49:01 PM

Easy to make and quite yummy. I substituted Beyond Beef for the meat and used cheddar cheese because I had a bunch to use up. I used one jar of Bertolli vodka sauce and one Bertolli tomato basil sauce which came out perfect!

litg8r

09/02/2025 09:13:28 PM

Tried this for the first time for dinner. Delicious! It was so easy to put together - especially with refrigerated ravioli. Followed the recipe and it came out great. Had enough leftovers for another dinner. Will make again.

Lydia

07/31/2025 12:10:51 PM

I make this for large groups of people when we’re camping. It’s easy to throw together in the trailer and let it cook while we play. Crowd favorite for sure!

Jill Mcbride

04/18/2025 09:44:41 PM

It was delicious! First time making this recipe. Will definitely make again.

Daniel Wilson

03/06/2025 06:11:12 PM

This is insane, I can’t get enough.

BriefCurd5937

02/23/2025 11:50:50 PM

I tried this recipe and thought it was easier than making regular lasagna. I totally lost track of time so I ended up baking it instead of putting it in the crockpot. I covered it in foil and baked it for 55 minutes at 350 degrees. The cheese on top stuck to the tin foil so beware.

Carmen Ann

12/06/2024 01:22:44 AM

I halved the recipe for 3 adults. I have a small cuisinart slow cooker. I thought the amt of dried herbs and garlic might be too much but the sauce is delicious. Be watchful not to overcook. I’ll make again.

GentleOkra9428

11/11/2024 07:00:40 PM

I made this recipe exactly as written and devoured it!! Thank you! What a great and easy way to make “lasagna “!!!

sandiegottjt

08/06/2024 03:15:00 PM

Can this recipe be cut in half and cooked in a mini slow cooker?

WobblyChop5619

12/12/2023 03:23:06 AM

I did this recipe with sausage ravioli and wish I had just followed his directions and use the cheese. It didn’t taste so good. Also I didn’t use ground beef in my spaghetti sauce since it had sausage I feel like I should’ve used 2 -24 ounce spaghetti sauces. Because the ravioli soaked up the sauce it wasn’t bad but it would’ve been better if there was a lot more sauce.