Description

Dive into the world of Crockpot Pasta Recipes with this delightful Crockpot Baked Ziti. Merging ease and taste, this dish is a staple among Comfort Pasta Dishes, offering flexibility and a comforting aroma perfect for cozy family gatherings. A Healthy Baked Ziti Recipe option, it allows ingredient customization like Healthy Baked Ziti With Cottage Cheese or added vegetables. It’s an ideal choice from the range of Slow Cooker Pasta Recipes.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb Ziti pasta, uncooked
3 cups Marinara sauce
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Parsley, to garnish

Instructions

Spray slow cooker with non-stick spray or line with parchment paper.
Layer half of the marinara sauce, Ziti pasta, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
Repeat the layering with the remaining ingredients.
Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 2-3 hours, checking for doneness around the 2-hour mark.
Once cooked, let it sit for 10-15 minutes before serving, garnished with parsley.

Notes

If your slow cooker runs hot, reduce cooking time.
Add browned ground beef or sausage for extra flavor.
Incorporate vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition.
Check pasta halfway through to avoid overcooking.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 2 hrs
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 950 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 12 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0.5 g
Carbohydrates: 52 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 60 mg

Keywords: Crockpot Baked Ziti, slow cooker ziti, easy baked ziti, healthy crockpot pasta