Slow Cooker Baked Ziti Recipe

This Slow Cooker Baked Ziti is actually made completely in the crockpot — even the pasta! It is so much easier than the traditional version but packs all of the same flavor!

6 Servings

Nutrition (1 serv.) Amount Nutrition (1 serv.) Amount
Calories 587 kcal Sugar 10 g
Carbs 54 g Cholesterol 83 mg
Protein 33 g Sodium 1618 mg
Fat 26 g Fiber 8 g
Sugar 10 g
Cholesterol 83 mg
Sodium 1618 mg
Fiber 8 g

Prep Time: 15 min Cook Time: 385 min Total Time: 400 min

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Ingredients

1 pound ground beef

1 onion (finely chopped)

2 cloves garlic (finely minced)

1½ teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon dried parsley

1 can diced tomatoes with liquid (28oz or 798ml)

2½ cups marinara sauce

2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth

4 cups dry penne or ziti pasta (340g)

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the beef and onion until browned, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Stir in the garlic, salt, basil, and parsley and cook for 1 minute.

Step 3

Transfer the beef mixture to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Add the tomatoes, sauce, and broth. Stir well.

Step 4

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours.

Step 5

Turn the slow cooker temperature to high. Add the uncooked pasta and stir until combined. Cover and continue cooking for 15 to 30 minutes, until al dente, checking and stirring at the 15-minute mark.

Step 6

Remove from the heat and sprinkle with the mozzarella. Cover and let sit for 3 to 5 minutes until the mozzarella has melted.