Slow Cooker Baked Ziti
Made with pasta, sauce, Italian sausage, and creamy cheese, you'll love the flavor and texture of this Slow Cooker Baked Ziti. This crock pot family dinner is the perfect way to enjoy a weeknight meal or a Sunday dinner!
Servings: 6
Calories: 643kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (you can substitute turkey or ground beef)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 tsp garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ⅛ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (26 oz) jar spaghetti sauce
- 2½ cups chicken broth
- 1 lb dry ziti pasta
- 1½ cups mozzarella cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook Italian sausage and onion until browned. about 5-7 minutes. Drain and add to the Crock-Pot.
- Add, garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, tomatoes, pasta sauce, and chicken broth. Mix until well combined.
- Cover and cook on high for 2½-3 hours or on low for 5½-6 hours.
- If cooking on low turn Crock-pot to high and add pasta. Mix until well combined. Cook pasta for 20-30 minutes or until pasta has reached your desired texture.
- Sprinkle the cheese over the top and cover. Cook for 5 minutes or until the cheese has completely melted.
Nutrition
Calories: 643kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 1495mg | Potassium: 440mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 225IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 188mg | Iron: 2mg