Description
Instant Pot Dump and Start Creamy Ziti is the quintessential comfort food that combines rich flavors with creamy textures, all in one pot. This effortless recipe features ziti pasta, savory ground meat, marinara sauce, and a delightful cheese blend, making it the perfect solution for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In just minutes, you can indulge in a satisfying meal that everyone at the table will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz ziti pasta (uncooked)
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add ground meat and cook until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in marinara sauce until combined.
- Layer uncooked ziti on top without stirring.
- Place dollops of softened cream cheese over the ziti.
- Close lid and set to high pressure for 5 minutes; allow natural release for 5 minutes before quick-releasing remaining steam.
- Stir in shredded mozzarella cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg