Instant Pot Ziti: Easy Weeknight Pasta
An easy one-pot pasta dish cooked in under 20 minutes with tend ziti, rich tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella. This Italian-American recipe delivers restaurant-quality comfort with minimal effort and cleanup.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 385kcal
Ingredients
- 8 oz ziti pasta
- 2 cups peeled tomatoes
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil for 2-3 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Pour in mozzarella cheese and butter, mixing until melted.
- Add ziti pasta and heavy cream, stir well to coat.
- Lock lid and set to high pressure for 8 minutes.
- Quick release pressure and stir in remaining cheese until sauce thickens.
Notes
Adjust salt based on tomato variety’s sodium content
Add vegetarian protein like scrambled eggs or sautéed mixed mushrooms if desired
Leftovers store well in an airtight container for 3-4 days
Add vegetarian protein like scrambled eggs or sautéed mixed mushrooms if desired
Leftovers store well in an airtight container for 3-4 days
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 420mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g