Crockpot Baked Ziti: Easy Slow Cooker Pasta Dinner
A flavorful, hands-off crockpot pasta dish combining tender ziti noodles, rich tomato sauce, and melted cheese. Perfect for stress-free weeknight meals or gatherings.
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Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
- 12 oz ziti
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Cook ziti according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- In a large bowl, mix ziti with 2 cups marinara sauce, milk, and flour.
- Layer ziti mixture in the crockpot.
- In a separate bowl, combine ricotta, 1/2 cup mozzarella, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Spread over ziti.
- Top with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
Notes
Pre-cooking ziti prevents mushy noodles.
Use a crockpot liner for easier cleanup.
Add garlic or spinach for extra flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Use a crockpot liner for easier cleanup.
Add garlic or spinach for extra flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 900mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g