Description
Slow Cooker Baked Ziti is the ultimate comfort food, combining layers of gooey cheese, savory marinara, and hearty ziti pasta for a deliciously satisfying meal. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, allowing you to set it and forget it while your home fills with the mouthwatering aroma of this cheesy delight. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz ziti pasta
- 4 cups marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare your slow cooker.
- Cook the ziti in boiling salted water until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix marinara sauce with Italian seasoning and ricotta cheese.
- In the slow cooker, layer the ingredients: start with a layer of marinara mixture, followed by half of the ziti and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Serve hot, topped with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg