Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer)
Air Fryer Ravioli — Crispy, golden, and irresistible, this easy Olive Garden copycat appetizer is better than takeout and ready in just 10 minutes. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to perfectly crispy ravioli every time. Keep reading for my best tips and why you’ll love this recipe. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Strawberry Shortcake Muffins and Creamy Garlic Shrimp.
Why This Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer) Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy and golden on the outside, tender on the inside
- Ready in just 10 minutes with no oil
- Better than takeout and perfect for busy weeknights
- Easy to customize with your favorite ravioli flavors
What You'll Need for Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer)
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- frozen cheese ravioli
- olive oil spray
- marinara sauce
- parmesan cheese
- garlic powder
- Italian seasoning
- salt
- black pepper
- Optional: fresh basil
- Optional: red pepper flakes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- frozen cheese ravioli: You can use any flavor of ravioli you like.
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How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer)
- Preheat: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Season: In a large bowl, combine ravioli, olive oil spray, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Air Fry: Arrange ravioli in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 5-7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until crispy and golden.
- Serve: Serve ravioli with marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and red pepper flakes if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer)
- : For extra crispiness, lightly press the ravioli with a fork before air frying.
- Common mistake and fix: If your ravioli are sticking to the air fryer basket, try lightly spraying the basket with olive oil before adding the ravioli.
- : To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free ravioli and ensure all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer)
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make this recipe ahead of time and reheat in the air fryer when ready to serve.
Freezing Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer)
Freeze cooked ravioli for up to 2 months. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, try adding a sprinkle of dried oregano or basil to the seasoning mix.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the frozen cheese ravioli for any other type of ravioli or pasta you like.
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the ravioli with the seasoning mix up to 24 hours ahead of time. Store in the fridge until ready to air fry.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your ravioli are not crispy enough, try increasing the air fryer temperature to 425°F (220°C) and cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
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Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer)
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- frozen cheese ravioli
- olive oil spray
- marinara sauce
- parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- garlic powder
- Italian seasoning
- salt
- black pepper
Optional Toppings
- fresh basil
- red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Season: In a large bowl, combine ravioli, olive oil spray, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Air Fry: Arrange ravioli in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 5-7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until crispy and golden.
- Serve: Serve ravioli with marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, try adding a sprinkle of dried oregano or basil to the seasoning mix.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the frozen cheese ravioli for any other type of ravioli or pasta you like.
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the ravioli with the seasoning mix up to 24 hours ahead of time. Store in the fridge until ready to air fry.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your ravioli are not crispy enough, try increasing the air fryer temperature to 425°F (220°C) and cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked ravioli for up to 2 months. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: You can make this recipe ahead of time and reheat in the air fryer when ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer) FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the ravioli with the seasoning mix up to 24 hours ahead of time. Store in the fridge until ready to air fry.
Try lightly spraying the basket with olive oil before adding the ravioli to prevent sticking.
Yes, you can use fresh ravioli. Cook according to package instructions before air frying.
Use gluten-free ravioli and ensure all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
Yes, you can air fry frozen ravioli. It may take an additional 1-2 minutes of cooking time.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer) and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
