Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Breaded Ravioli turns your favorite freezer find into crispy, golden bites in minutes. Perfect for snacking, parties, or a lazy dinner when you want big flavor with almost zero effort.
If you’ve ever stood in the Trader Joe’s freezer aisle wondering how to make those breaded ravioli even better, the air fryer is your answer.
This quick and easy method turns them into crispy, golden little pockets of cheesy goodness without heating up the oven or dealing with greasy mess.
Perfect for busy weeknights, game-day snacking, or those nights when cooking feels optional but eating something good is not.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Crispy without the grease: You get that deep-fried crunch without turning your kitchen into a oil-splatter zone.
- Done in minutes: Faster than the oven and way more exciting than the microwave.
- Perfect for snacking or dinner: Works as an appetizer, party food, or a lazy-night meal.
- Zero cooking stress: No prep, no chopping, no mess… just dump, cook, eat.
- Dips like a dream: Marinara, ranch, garlic sauce, or whatever’s in your fridge—these ravioli play nice with everything.
Ingredients Needed
- Trader Joe’s Breaded Ravioli: Frozen ravioli coated in breadcrumbs, ready for air frying
- Cooking spray or oil: Lightly coats ravioli for extra crispiness without sogginess
- Marinara sauce (optional): Tangy tomato sauce for dipping or drizzling over ravioli
- Parmesan cheese (optional): Adds salty, nutty flavor when sprinkled on finished ravioli
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional): Garnish that adds freshness and color to the dish
TJ’s Fried Ravioli Air Fryer Instructions
The official TJ’s bag usually only lists oven and pan-fry directions, so now for The instructions the bag forgot.
Step One: Spray your air fryer basket with cooking spray, or line the basket with either a reusable silicone liner or a disposable piece of parchment paper. Either will help prevent the frozen ravioli from sticking to the basket.
Step Two: Place the frozen ravioli into the air fryer basket, careful not to crowd the basket. Set the air fryer temperature to 390 degrees F, and set cook time for 4-6 minutes, flipping halfway during the cooking process.
Step Three: Remove when fully cooked, and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Breaded Ravioli Recipe Tips
- Don’t Thaw: For the best texture, cook these straight from the freezer. Thawing makes the pasta doughy and increases the chance of the cheese leaking out.
- The “No-Touch” Rule: Arrange the ravioli in a single layer with at least half an inch of space between them. If they touch, the edges will stay soft rather than getting that signature “toasted” snap.
- The Optional Spritz: While these are pre-fried, a very light spray of olive oil or avocado oil halfway through (right after you flip them) will give them a deep-golden, restaurant-style finish.
- Watch the “Bleed”: Around the 8-minute mark, keep an eye on them. As soon as you see a tiny bubble of cheese escaping one of the ravioli, they are done!
Storing & Reheating
- To Store: Place any leftover ravioli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To Reheat (The Best Way): Avoid the microwave-it will make the breading rubbery. Instead, pop them back into the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes. They will crisp back up almost perfectly.
- To Freeze: If you’ve cooked the whole bag but can’t finish them, you can freeze the cooked ravioli for up to a month. Reheat from frozen at 350°F for 5 minutes.
Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Breaded Ravioli Recipe Faqs
Why did my ravioli explode/leak cheese? This usually happens if they are overcooked or if the temperature is too high. Stick to 400°F and pull them out as soon as they look golden brown.
Do I need to boil them first? Nope! Unlike fresh pasta, these are specifically designed to be heated from frozen. Boiling them would ruin the breading.
Are Trader Joe’s Breaded Ravioli seasonal? They are often found in the frozen “Appetizer” section year-round, but like many TJ’s favorites, they can occasionally go on a “production hiatus.” If you see them, stock up!
Can I make these in the oven if I don’t have an air fryer? Yes. Bake them at 425°F for 10–12 minutes on a parchment-lined baking sheet, flipping halfway through.
Trader Joe’s Breaded Ravioli Dipping Sauces
- COPYCAT CHEESECAKE FACTORY MARINARA SAUCE
- HOMEMADE PIZZA SAUCE
- CREAMY ROASTED RED PEPPER SAUCE
- HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE RECIPE
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Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Breaded Ravioli
Description
Ingredients
- 1 package frozen ravioli, any brand will work
- 1/4 cup dipping sauce
Instructions
- Spray your air fryer basket with cooking spray, or line the basket with either a reusable silicone liner or a disposable piece of parchment paper. Either will help prevent the frozen ravioli from sticking to the basket.
- Then place the 1 package frozen ravioli into the air fryer basket, careful not to crowd the basket. Set the air fryer temperature to 390 degrees F, and set cook time for 4-6 minutes, flipping halfway during the cooking process.
- Remove when fully cooked, and serve with your favorite 1/4 cup dipping sauce.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
Nutrition
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