Dump And Bake Meatball Casserole Recipe
This Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole recipe is an effortless meal combining tender meatballs, pasta, marinara sauce, and melted cheese in one dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, it requires no pre-cooking—just dump everything in and bake! Keywords: dump and bake meatball casserole, easy meatball casserole, baked pasta and meatballs, one-pan casserole.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 55
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb frozen meatballs
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a 9x13-inch greased casserole dish, add uncooked pasta, frozen meatballs, marinara sauce, water, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes, until the pasta is tender.
- Remove foil, sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and return to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley and serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Use homemade or store-bought meatballs, depending on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 880mg