Dump And Bake Meatball Casserole Recipe
This Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole is a quick, no-prep dish perfect for busy nights. Combining frozen meatballs, uncooked pasta, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese, it requires minimal effort and delivers maximum flavor. Customize with beef, turkey, or chicken meatballs for a simple, hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound frozen meatballs (beef, turkey, or chicken)
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (such as penne or rotini)
- 1 24-ounce jar marinara sauce
- 2 cups water or beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large baking dish, add the frozen meatballs, uncooked pasta, marinara sauce, water or broth, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
- Remove the foil, stir, and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute water with beef broth for added flavor.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- This dish is customizable with different meatball types and pasta shapes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 950mg