Description
Instant Pot Baked Ziti is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings. This one-pot meal combines al dente ziti pasta, savory Italian sausage, and creamy ricotta, all smothered in marinara sauce and topped with melty mozzarella cheese. With minimal prep and cleanup, you can enjoy a deliciously hearty dish in no time. Get ready for an explosion of flavor that will delight your family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz ziti pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 handful fresh basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Cook Italian sausage until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Add marinara sauce to the pot and stir well.
- Layer uncooked ziti on top and pour enough water to cover, about 2 cups.
- Seal the lid and pressure cook on high for 5 minutes.
- Carefully release pressure, then mix in ricotta cheese and top with shredded mozzarella.
- For a golden crust, transfer to an oven-safe dish and broil for 3 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg