Creamy Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole Recipe
If you're looking for the ultimate comfort food, this Creamy Million Dollar Ravioli is about to become your new favorite dinner. Cheese-filled ravioli is baked in a rich garlic butter Parmesan cream sauce made with heavy cream, butter, fresh garlic, Italian seasoning, and plenty of Parmesan cheese.
The result is an incredibly creamy, cheesy pasta that's worthy of its "million dollar" name.
Perfect for busy weeknights, holidays, or whenever you're craving restaurant-quality pasta at home.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Rich garlic Parmesan cream sauce
Ready in under an hour
Super creamy without ricotta or eggs
Family favorite
Restaurant-quality comfort food
Easy enough for weeknights
Prep Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 35 minutes
Total: 50 minutes
Servings: 6–8
Ingredients
Pasta
2 (20-ounce) packages refrigerated cheese ravioli
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped
Million Dollar Cream Sauce
4 tablespoons butter
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Optional Protein
1 pound cooked Italian sausage
or shredded rotisserie chicken
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
Step 2
Melt butter in a saucepan.
Add garlic and cook about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3
Pour in heavy cream.
Whisk together with:
Parmesan
Italian seasoning
garlic powder
onion powder
paprika
salt
pepper
Simmer 4–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 4
Spread a small amount of sauce into the baking dish.
Add half the ravioli.
Top with half the remaining sauce.
Sprinkle mozzarella.
Repeat with remaining ravioli.
Pour remaining sauce over the top.
Finish with the rest of the mozzarella and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan.
Step 5
Cover with foil.
Bake 25 minutes.
Remove foil.
Bake another 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Broil for 2 minutes if desired.
Top with parsley before serving.
Tips
Freshly grate Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.
Don't boil the cream after adding the cheese.
Add spinach or mushrooms for extra vegetables.
Rotisserie chicken makes this a complete meal.
Italian sausage gives it even more flavor.
Variations
Million Dollar Chicken Ravioli
Mix shredded chicken into the layers.
Million Dollar Sausage Ravioli
Brown hot or mild Italian sausage before assembling.
Spinach Ravioli
Use spinach and cheese ravioli for extra flavor.
Bacon Parmesan
Stir crispy bacon into the sauce.
What to Serve With Million Dollar Ravioli
Garlic bread
Caesar salad
Roasted broccoli
Green beans
Bruschetta
Italian chopped salad
Storage
Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat covered in the oven at 350°F.
FAQs
Can I use frozen ravioli?
Yes. Add about 10–15 minutes to the baking time if using frozen.
Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Assemble the casserole, refrigerate for up to 24 hours, and bake when ready.
Can I add meat?
Absolutely. Italian sausage, ground beef, shredded chicken, or grilled chicken all work well.
Why is it called Million Dollar Ravioli?
It's named for its rich, luxurious garlic butter Parmesan cream sauce made with heavy cream, butter, and Parmesan cheese that gives the dish an indulgent, "million dollar" taste.