One Pot Baked Ziti

Name: One Pot Baked Ziti
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 lb Ground Italian Sausage; Garlic Powder; Italian Seasoning; 14.5 oz can Diced Tomatoes; 1 cup Ricotta Cheese; 24 oz jar Marinara Sauce; 24 oz Water or Broth; 1 lb Dry Ziti; 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

5 mins prepServes 6

Hi, I’m Brooke! You have probably seen me on Social Media as Meals and Munchies. I’m a busy stay at home mom who loves sharing easy, family-friendly meals that come together fast—because let’s be honest, we don’t always have time for complicated. Whether you’re chasing toddlers, working from home, or just trying to get dinner on the table after work without a fuss, you’re in the right place. Meals and Munchies is where I share real-life recipes that are quick, comforting, and made with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Easy recipes for every day life- let’s get cooking!One pot, one pan, no problem. These are the kind of meals that make cleanup a breeze and still taste like you spent hours cooking dinner. This recipe is perfect for busy nights when you need dinner to be quick, hearty, and hassle-free—without a sink full of dishes afterward.This one-pan no-boil baked ziti is the ultimate easy weeknight dinner, made entirely in a single dish—no pre-cooking pasta required. Featuring Italian sausage, creamy ricotta, marinara sauce, and melty mozzarella, this baked ziti comes together in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup. The dry ziti cooks directly in the sauce, absorbing rich flavor while creating a perfectly tender, cheesy pasta bake. Finished under the broiler for a golden, bubbly top, this quick baked ziti recipe is ideal for busy families, meal prep, or cozy comfort food nights.

6 servings

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0 In a large, deep oven-safe skillet or pan over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until fully cooked. Drain off excess grease.
1 Season the sausage with garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Add the diced tomatoes and stir to combine.
2 Add the ricotta cheese and stir until the mixture becomes creamy and well blended.
3 Pour in the marinara sauce. Fill the empty marinara jar with water (or broth), shake to loosen any remaining sauce, and pour it into the pan. Stir and bring everything to a gentle simmer.
4 Add the dry ziti directly to the pan. Stir and press the pasta down as much as possible so it’s fully submerged in the liquid.
5 Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring once halfway if possible.
6 Remove the lid and stir in ½ cup mozzarella cheese. Cover again and cook for an additional 12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
7 Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella evenly over the top. Place under the broiler for 2–3 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and lightly golden. Watch closely.
8 Let rest for a few minutes, then serve hot.

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