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Dump and Start Instant Pot Creamy Ziti

Dump and Start Instant Pot Creamy Ziti You’ll Crave Every Night

Discover the delightful Dump and Start Instant Pot Creamy Ziti that's perfect for busy weeknights and packed with creamy, cheesy goodness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz dry ziti pasta Use any short pasta you love for a comforting base.
For the Sauce
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth A flavorful base.
  • 1 cup heavy cream For rich creaminess.
  • 1 tsp minced garlic, dried Adds depth.
  • 1 cup red pasta sauce Choose your favorite.
For the Cheesy Finish
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded Provides sharp flavor.
  • 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded Offers gooey goodness.
Seasoning
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Layer Ingredients: Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and ziti pasta to your Instant Pot. DO NOT STIR.
  2. Set Cooking Time: Close the lid and set your Instant Pot to Manual for 6 minutes. After cooking, let the pressure naturally release for 6 minutes.
  3. Stir in Sauce: Open the lid and add the red pasta sauce into the Instant Pot. Stir until well combined.
  4. Incorporate Cheese: SLOWLY sprinkle in the parmesan and mozzarella cheeses while stirring.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Dish up your creamy ziti into bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 21gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize by adding your favorite proteins or vegetables. Garnish with fresh basil or extra cheese if desired.

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