Crockpot Saucy Ravioli with Meatballsl

Effortlessly cozy and irresistibly saucy, Crockpot Saucy Ravioli with Meatballs is the perfect one-pot meal to satisfy your cravings for comfort food. Featuring layers of tender frozen cheese ravioli, juicy meatballs, savory marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, this slow cooker recipe is a hands-off way to create a hearty Italian-inspired dinner. Seasoned with aromatic dried basil, oregano, and garlic powder, every bite is bursting with rich flavor. With a quick 10-minute prep and a few simple layers, your crockpot does all the work, making this dish ideal for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Serve it warm and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Whether for family dinners or casual entertaining, this deliciously easy crockpot recipe is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:250 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 24 pieces Frozen meatballs
• 24 ounces Frozen cheese ravioli
• 48 ounces Marinara sauce
• 1 cup Water
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Spray the inside of your crockpot with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Step 2

Pour 1 cup of marinara sauce into the bottom of the crockpot and spread it evenly.

Step 3

Layer half of the frozen ravioli over the sauce in a single layer.

Step 4

Top the ravioli with half of the frozen meatballs, distributing them evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper over the meatballs.

Step 6

Pour 2 cups of marinara sauce over the meatballs and sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.

Step 7

Repeat the layers with the remaining ravioli, meatballs, spices, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.

Step 8

Add 1 cup of water around the edges of the crockpot to ensure there is enough liquid for cooking.

Step 9

Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the meatballs are heated through and the ravioli is tender.

Step 10

When cooking is complete, sprinkle 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the top and allow it to melt for 5 minutes.

Step 11

Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4634.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8748.1

Total Fat 573.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 238.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1610.7mg	0%
Sodium 24811.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 450.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.2g	0%
Total Sugars 88.9g
Protein 449.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4284.6mg	0%
Iron 56.1mg	0%
Potassium 5858.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.0%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 20.5%