Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer)
Air Fryer Ravioli – Crispy, golden, and irresistible, this easy appetizer is the perfect solution for busy weeknights. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to getting them perfectly crispy every time. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Savory Garlic Pork Bites and Creamy Swirl Ice Cream Bread Treat.
Why This Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer) Is Pure Comfort
- Perfectly crispy without deep-frying
- Ready in just 15 minutes
- Better than takeout, and so much cheaper!
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
- Italian seasoning
- garlic powder
- Parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning
- garlic powder
- salt
- black pepper
- Optional: marinara sauce
- Optional: additional Parmesan cheese
- Optional: fresh basil
📝 Ingredient Notes
- frozen cheese ravioli: You can also use spinach or meat-filled ravioli.
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How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer)
- Prepare Ravioli: In a large bowl, toss frozen ravioli with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Working in batches, arrange ravioli in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 7-8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Transfer ravioli to a serving plate, top with marinara sauce, additional Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil. Serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer)
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook ravioli in batches for optimal crispiness.
- Time-saving tip: You can prepare the ravioli ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
- Nutritional tip: Use an olive oil spray bottle to reduce the amount of oil needed.
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 refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the ravioli ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
Freezing Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer)
Freezing is not recommended for cooked ravioli as they may become soggy.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a preheated 350°F (180°C) oven for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra crispiness, you can lightly flour the ravioli before tossing with oil.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the ravioli ahead of time and store in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your ravioli are not crispy, try increasing the cooking time by 1-2 minutes or reducing the number of ravioli in the basket.
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Crispy Air Fryer Ravioli (Easy Olive Garden Copycat Appetizer)
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- frozen cheese ravioli
- olive oil
- Italian seasoning
- garlic powder
- Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- Italian seasoning
- garlic powder
- salt
- black pepper
Optional Toppings
- marinara sauce
- additional Parmesan cheese
- fresh basil
Instructions
- Prepare Ravioli: In a large bowl, toss frozen ravioli with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Working in batches, arrange ravioli in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 7-8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Transfer ravioli to a serving plate, top with marinara sauce, additional Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra crispiness, you can lightly flour the ravioli before tossing with oil.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the ravioli ahead of time and store in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your ravioli are not crispy, try increasing the cooking time by 1-2 minutes or reducing the number of ravioli in the basket.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freezing is not recommended for cooked ravioli as they may become soggy.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a preheated 350°F (180°C) oven for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the ravioli ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 15g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sat. Fat: 4.5g
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 ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to cook. However, it's best to cook them fresh for optimal crispiness.
The #1 reason your ravioli may not be crispy is overcrowding the air fryer basket. Cook them in batches for optimal results.
Yes, you can bake ravioli in the oven at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
Ravioli pairs well with marinara sauce, garlic bread, and a side salad. For a holiday twist, try serving them with a creamy swirl ice cream bread treat for dessert.
Freezing is not recommended for cooked ravioli as they may become soggy. However, you can freeze uncooked ravioli for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before cooking.
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!
