Crock Pot Baked Ziti
Discover the comforting delight of Crock Pot Baked Ziti, a family favorite that combines layers of gooey cheese, tender pasta, and rich marinara sauce—all cooked to perfection in your slow cooker. This easy and cheesy recipe requires minimal prep time, making it ideal for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends and family. Just mix the ingredients, layer them in the crock pot, and let the magic happen while you go about your day. It’s a satisfying dish that everyone will love—perfectly creamy, flavorful, and hearty!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 32 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 48 oz marinara sauce (two 24 oz jars)
- 12 oz gluten-free penne pasta
- 16 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (plus more for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare your slow cooker by spraying the insert with non-stick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, eggs, salt, basil, and pepper until smooth.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Layer gluten-free penne over the sauce evenly.
- Drop spoonfuls of the ricotta mixture on top of the pasta layer.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the ricotta mixture.
- Repeat layers (sauce, pasta, ricotta, mozzarella) until all ingredients are used.
- Finish with a layer of marinara sauce topped with mozzarella and extra parmesan.
- Cover and cook on high for 2½ hours or until bubbly and heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Find it online: https://delishcook.com/crock-pot-baked-ziti/