Casserole Recipes With Fried Beef Ravioli

There are only 5 ingredients in this cheesy ravioli meatball casserole. Seasoned with Tony Chachere's Spice N' Herbs seasoning, this flavorful & hearty family-friendly meal can be served any night of the week.

This post is sponsored by Tony Chachere's, but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

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Ingredients For Ravioli Meatball Casserole

There are only 5 ingredients in this ravioli meatball casserole!

• Tony Chachere's Spice N' Herbs: Creole seasoning mixed with herbs! This seasoning is the perfect blend of herbs and spice for this ravioli & meatball casserole.
• Frozen Ravioli: Use the frozen ravioli type and brand of your choice.
• Frozen Meatballs: You'll need pre-cooked, frozen meatballs for this casserole.
• Marinara Sauce: You will need 4 cups of marinara sauce for this recipe. You can also use your preferred pasta or pizza sauce, diced or crushed tomatoes.
• Mozzarella Cheese:2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese. I like to have additional mozzarella cheese on hand as well.

before (slow cooker)

after (slow cooker)

How To Make Ravioli Meatball Casserole In The Slow Cooker

Making ravioli meatball casserole is super easy, especially when you use the slow cooker!

1. Pour 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Place half of the meatballs (8 ounces) on top of the sauce. Then add half of the frozen ravioli (12 ounces) on top of the meatballs. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of Tony Chachere's Spice N' Herbs seasoning on top of the food. Top with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
3. Add 2 cups of marinara sauce on top of the mozzarella cheese. Add the remaining meatballs and the remaining ravioli. Top with 1 tablespoon of  Tony Chachere's Spice N' Herbs seasoning. Pour remaining cup of marinara on top. Top with remaining cup of mozzarella cheese.
4. Cook HIGH 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6.

FAQs & Tips

Tony Chachere's Spice N' Herbs Seasoning

The real star of this recipe is Tony Chachere's Spice N' Herbs seasoning. It's the perfect combination of Tony's world-famous Original Creole Seasoning mixed with an assortment of herbs. You'll need 2 tablespoons of the seasoning for this cheesy casserole.

What Type Of Ravioli To Use

Should you use frozen or fresh ravioli? Frozen. I do not recommend fresh ravioli but other than that I suggest you use your preferred ravioli. Ravioli with meat like beef ravioli or keep it vegetarian and use a meat-free ravioli. What you see here in the pics is 24 ounces of frozen beef ravioli.

What Type Of Meatballs To Use

Like the ravioli, this recipe calls for frozen meatballs. Frozen and cooked. This doesn't necessarily mean you have to use store-bought meatballs. If you want to use homemade meatballs, just be sure to cook & freeze them first.

What Type Of Cheese To Use

I guess technically you can use your preferred cheese but really this cheesy ravioli & meatball casserole was meant to be made with mozzarella cheese. When reheating leftovers, I like to add some more cheese on top.

Storing Leftovers

IF you have leftover casserole, you can store the leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freeze leftovers in a freezer-friendly bag for up to 3 months.

I used a 6-quart slow cooker or Instant Pot for this recipe.

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• 2 tablespoons Tony Chachere's Spice N' Herbs seasonings
• 24 ounces frozen ravioli
• 16 ounces frozen meatballs
• 4 cups marinara sauce
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup water (for Instant Pot only)

Slow Cooker

1. Add 1 cup of marinara sauce to the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Add half of the meatballs (8 ounces) to on top of the sauce. Add half of the frozen ravioli (12 ounces) on top of the meatballs. Top with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of Tony Chachere's Spice N' Herbs seasoning on top of the food.
3. Add 2 cups of marinara sauce on top of the cheese. Add the remaining meatballs and the remaining ravioli. Top with 1 tablespoon of  Tony Chachere's Spice N' Herbs seasoning. Pour remaining cup of marinara on top. Top with remaining cup of mozzarella cheese.
4. Cook HIGH 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6.

Instant Pot

1. Pour water into the base of the pressure cooker.
2. Add half (8 ounces) of the meatballs. Add half (12 ounces) of the ravioli on top of the meatballs. Top with 2 cups of marinara sauce. Sprinkle on 1 tablespoon of  Tony Chachere's Spice N' Herbs seasoning.
3. Repeat the layers: add the remaining meatballs and then remaining ravioli. Top with the remaining 2 cups of marinara sauce. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of Tony Chachere's Spice N' Herbs seasoning on top.DO NOT STIR.
4. Close & seal vent. Select high pressure and set time for 5 minutes. When cooking time is complete, quick release the pressure.
5. Stir in the 2 cups of mozzarella cheese.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 3 hours

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