Instant Pot Baked Ziti
A quick and easy Instant Pot Baked Ziti recipe that's perfect for a weeknight meal. This cheesy, comforting dish is ready in under an hour!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ziti Pasta uncooked
- 1 lb Ground Beef or Italian sausage
- 1 jar Marinara Sauce (24 oz)
- 4 cups Beef Broth
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt to taste
- 0.25 tsp Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Set Instant Pot to sauté mode. Brown ground beef until cooked through. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add uncooked ziti pasta and beef broth to the Instant Pot. Make sure pasta is mostly submerged.
- Secure the lid and set to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes, followed by a 5-minute natural pressure release, then quick release any remaining pressure.
- Stir in ricotta cheese and half of the mozzarella cheese. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Place the lid back on the Instant Pot. Set to Keep Warm or Low Sauté until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For a richer flavor, add a dollop of pesto to each serving. Garnish with fresh basil for an extra touch.