(Quick, High-Protein Dinner We’re All Obsessed With)
Dinner in 20 with minimal effort? Yes please.
This baked ravioli is one of those recipes I reach for when I just need something easy — like toss-it-in-a-dish-and-bake easy — but still high in protein and something the whole family will actually eat. No complaints. No swaps. Just clean plates.
We’re layering cheese ravioli, caprese chicken sausage, shredded carrots (sneaky veggie moment), cottage cheese for a protein boost, and topping it off with melty mozzarella. It’s saucy, cozy, and such a weeknight win.
🛒 What You’ll Need (Serves 4)
- 1 package cheese ravioli (I use fresh/refrigerated for faster cook time)
- 1 package Bilinski’s Caprese Chicken Sausage, sliced
- 1 to 1.5 cups shredded carrots
- 1.5 to 2 cups marinara sauce (I like mine extra saucy)
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese (adds creaminess + protein)
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
🔥 How to Make It
- Boil the ravioli
Cook according to the package directions, then drain and set aside. - Sauté sausage + carrots
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sliced sausage and shredded carrots for about 5–6 minutes, until the sausage is browned and the carrots are soft. - Make the sauce
Reduce heat to low and stir in the marinara and cottage cheese. It gets creamy and warm and starts smelling amazing. - Combine + bake
Fold in the cooked ravioli until everything is well coated. Transfer to a baking dish, top with mozzarella, and bake at 500°F for about 5 minutes, just until it’s bubbly and golden on top.
🥗 What to Serve It With
I usually pair this with a quick Caesar or Greek side salad — just something fresh to round it out.
And if you want to level it up, serve it with my Caesar Brussels Sprouts — they’re so good and take 10 minutes. A go-to around here.
📊 Macros (Per Serving – makes 4)
- ~32g protein
- ~5–6g fiber
- ~420–440 calories
(Depending on brands — I use Bilinski’s sausage + refrigerated ravioli.)
💡 Make It Your Own
- Add in spinach, zucchini, or whatever veggies you need to use up
- Try vodka sauce or pesto if you want to mix up the flavor
- Use protein or lentil-based ravioli if you’re gluten-free
- Red pepper flakes = instant spice moment
💛 Final Thoughts
Is it fancy? No.
Is it real-life, weeknight magic that checks all the boxes? Absolutely.
This is one of those dinners I throw together on autopilot and always feel good about. It’s cozy, it’s quick, it’s balanced, and it gets devoured every time.
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