Description

Indulge in this effortless, creamy ziti pasta dish, bursting with rich flavors and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese—all made in your Instant Pot for a quick weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Scale

12 oz ziti pasta
2 cups marinara sauce
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups vegetable broth
1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)

Instructions

Gather all your ingredients: ziti pasta, marinara sauce, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, vegetable broth, and dried herbs.
Add ingredients to the Instant Pot: place ziti pasta at the bottom followed by marinara sauce, dollops of cream cheese, vegetable broth, and sprinkle dried herbs on top.
Stir gently to combine without creating a whirlpool—ensure the pasta is mostly submerged in liquid.
Seal the Instant Pot lid and set it to high pressure for 5 minutes.
After cooking, allow for natural pressure release for 5 minutes before performing a quick release of any remaining steam.
Open the lid carefully and stir in shredded mozzarella until fully melted and gooey. Serve hot with fresh herbs or extra cheese on top.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Customize your ziti by adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition. For a lighter version, use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta and reduce cream cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat with a splash of water.