Slow Cooker Baked Ziti
Slow Cooker Baked Ziti is the ultimate comfort food, combining gooey cheese, hearty pasta, and rich marinara sauce into a dish that’s sure to please everyone around the table. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends, this easy, one-pot recipe allows you to layer your ingredients and let the slow cooker do all the work. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, you’ll have a satisfying meal ready to enjoy without spending hours in the kitchen. Customize it with your favorite meat or vegetables, and serve it warm with fresh basil for a burst of color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz ziti pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef or turkey in a skillet over medium heat; drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning; combine well.
- In a mixing bowl, blend ricotta cheese with half of the mozzarella until smooth.
- Layer ingredients in the slow cooker: start with marinara sauce, followed by ziti pasta, meat mixture, and cheese blend. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let sit for 10 minutes before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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