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Delicious meatball casserole in a serving dish, perfect for a quick family meal.

Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole

This delicious and easy-to-make casserole combines ziti pasta, turkey meatballs, and mozzarella cheese for a comforting weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce
  • 1 lb ziti pasta, uncooked
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 1 jar (24 oz) pasta sauce
  • 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
Meat and Cheese
  • 1 pkg (24 oz) thawed turkey meatballs
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Optional Garnish
  • to taste Fresh basil optional for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425℉.
  2. In a 9x13 casserole dish, combine the uncooked ziti, chicken stock, pasta sauce, and Italian seasoning. Stir to ensure the pasta is well coated.
  3. Add the turkey meatballs on top. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  4. After 30 minutes, uncover and stir the mixture. Check the pasta; if it's still crunchy, cover again and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Top with mozzarella cheese and bake uncovered for 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil, if desired.

Notes

This casserole pairs well with a simple side salad or garlic bread. For a heartier meal, serve with steamed vegetables like broccoli or green beans. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.