One Pan Meatball Casserole
This One Pan Meatball Casserole brings comfort food to your table in just one hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights. With only 10 minutes of prep time and 335 calories per serving, this protein-packed dish strikes the ideal balance between convenience and nutrition.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 16 oz uncooked ziti pasta
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- meatballs fully cooked, thawed
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella or Italian blend cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish stir together uncooked pasta, marinara sauce, water, milk, spices and meatballs.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
- Uncover; stir. Check the pasta for doneness. We want it to be al dente (firm, but almost perfectly cooked). If it's still too hard, cover the dish and return to the oven for a few minutes.
- Sprinkle mozzarella over the top and bake uncovered for 5-10 more minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving, to allow the sauce to thicken up.
Nutrition
Calories: 335kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 16gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 932mgPotassium: 469mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 607IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 205mgIron: 2mg
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