Instant Pot Baked Ziti
A quick and easy Instant Pot Baked Ziti recipe, perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe uses pantry staples and delivers a comforting, cheesy dish.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ziti pasta
- 28 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz Ricotta cheese
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook ziti according to package directions.
- In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add cooked ziti and crushed tomatoes to the cheese mixture; stir to combine.
- Pour mixture into the Instant Pot. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, then allow for natural pressure release for 10 minutes.
- Carefully release any remaining pressure. Top with extra cheese and broil for 2 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use fresh herbs instead of dried. You can also add other vegetables, such as spinach or mushrooms.