This cheesy baked ravioli lasagna is the ultimate no-fuss comfort food. Just layer frozen ravioli with marinara and cheese, then bake—it’s that easy! 👇👇

Ravioli Lasagna (3-Ingredient Dinner Hack)
This is one of those weeknight dinner wins that feels like you cheated the system.
- Just 4 ingredients – frozen ravioli, jarred sauce, cheese
- No boiling pasta – layer straight from the bag
- Family friendly – cheesy, saucy, and kid-approved
- Make-ahead friendly – prep it and bake later
If you like no-prep dinners, try my Pizza Biscuit Casserole or Sheet Pan Quesadillas next!

Recipe Ingredients
- 2 (8 oz) packages of meat or cheese ravioli – Both work great! Choose whichever your family prefers.
- 24 oz jar of marinara sauce
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
Step-By-Step Instructions👇👇
STEP 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat to 400°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
STEP 2: First Layer
Spread ⅓ of the marinara sauce in the baking dish. Add ½ of the ravioli.
Full ingredients and instructions are also in the recipe card at the bottom of this blog post.
STEP 3: Add Sauce + Cheese
Spread ½ of the remaining sauce over the ravioli, then sprinkle ½ of the mozzarella on top.
STEP 4: Repeat Layers
Add the remaining ravioli, sauce, and mozzarella. Finish with parmesan cheese.
STEP 5: Bake
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 15 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
STEP 6: Cool and Serve
Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with garlic bread and a side salad.
Recipe Tips
- No need to thaw frozen ravioli
- Add a layer of spinach or cooked ground beef for extra protein
- Try half marinara + half alfredo for a pink sauce twist
- Let it rest before slicing—helps it hold together better
Variations and Substitutions
- Use Alfredo – or half marinara, half Alfredo for creamy tomato sauce
- Add ground beef or sausage – brown first, then layer with sauce
- Add veggies – baby spinach, zucchini, mushrooms
- Cheese upgrades – try ricotta, Italian blends, or spicy pepper jack
- Spice it up – stir red pepper flakes into the sauce
How To Store Leftovers
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days
- Freezer: Freeze before or after baking—wrap tightly
- Reheat: Warm individual slices in the microwave or oven
What To Serve With
- Garlic Bread or Breadsticks – Classic combo! Great for scooping up extra sauce.
- Side Salad – Keep it simple with mixed greens and Italian Salad Dressing, or try my Garden Salad with Herb Dressing.
- Roasted Vegetables – try my zucchini, corn and tomatoes skillet or sautéed green beans.
- Caesar Salad or Kale Salad – For something a little heartier, serve with Kale Quinoa Chickpea Salad.
- Fresh fruit – Make a light fruit salad to balance the richness.
- You can also serve it with a quick Mason Jar Salad for meal prep nights!
FAQs
Absolutely. Assemble in the morning, refrigerate, and bake when ready.
Totally. Add cooked sausage, ground beef, or spinach between the layers.
Both cheese and meat ravioli work well—use your favorite. Frozen or refrigerated are both fine; no boiling needed.
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Easy Ravioli Lasagna Bake
Ingredients
- 2 8 oz packages frozen or fresh ravioli (cheese or meat)
- 24 oz jar marinara sauce
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread ⅓ of the marinara sauce in the baking dish.
- Add ½ of the ravioli in a single layer.
- Spread ½ of the remaining sauce over ravioli, then top with ½ of the mozzarella.
- Repeat layers with remaining ravioli, sauce, and cheese.
- Sprinkle parmesan on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and bake another 15 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Let cool 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Recipe Notes:
- No need to thaw frozen ravioli
- Add cooked sausage, spinach, or zucchini between layers
- Use ricotta or a cheese blend for variety
- Leftovers freeze great—wrap tightly before freezing
Nutrition Info
The nutritional information provided is an estimate and is per serving.
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