Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Crock Pot Baked Ziti, a classic Italian dish that brings joy to any mealtime. This effortless recipe combines layers of creamy ricotta, mozzarella, and savory marinara sauce with gluten-free penne, resulting in a cheesy delight that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can savor delicious home-cooked goodness without the hassle. Enjoy it fresh or as leftovers for lunch; this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household!
Ingredients
Scale
- 32 oz ricotta cheese
- 48 oz marinara sauce (2 jars)
- 12 oz gluten-free penne pasta
- 16 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Basil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Spray the slow cooker insert with non-stick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, eggs, parmesan, basil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Layer the bottom of the slow cooker with marinara sauce.
- Add half the gluten-free penne evenly over the sauce.
- Drop spoonfuls of the ricotta mixture over the pasta.
- Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese on top.
- Repeat layers with remaining ingredients: sauce, pasta, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella.
- Finish with a final layer of marinara and remaining mozzarella and parmesan on top.
- Cook on high for 2½ hours until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 95mg