Instant Pot Creamy Ziti
This Instant Pot Creamy Ziti is a comforting, creamy pasta dish that is quick & easy to make. Enjoy the Italian flavor combination of garlic, marinara, mozzarella, parmesan and chopped basil.
Note: Made in a 6-qt Instant Pot
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) chicken broth
- 1 cup (237 ml) heavy cream
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 g) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) black pepper
- 8 ounces (227 g) ziti pasta dry
- 1 cup (237 ml) marinara
- 1/2 cup (50 g) parmesan cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup (56 g) mozzarella shredded
- Parmesan cheese and chopped basil for garnish
Instructions
- Combine chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic, salt and pepper in the Instant Pot. Pour in the ziti and push it down into the liquid (don’t stir).
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot and seal the vent. Pressure cook on high for 8 minutes.
- When done, allow steam to release naturally for 5 minutes before releasing the remaining pressure.
- Turn off the Instant Pot and open the lid.
- Stir in the marinara, parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. The pasta will thicken as it cools. Top with more mozzarella cheese and chopped basil.
Notes
- Don't stir the pasta before sealing the lid. Just push it down into the liquid. This ensures perfectly cooked pasta in the Instant Pot every time!
- Change it up by stirring in chopped spinach or sautéed mushrooms right after releasing the pressure.
- After you've stirred all the ingredients in let the pasta sit for a few minutes before serving. The pasta will thicken as it cools.
Nutrition
Calories: 525kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 18gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 89mgSodium: 1216mgPotassium: 408mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1335IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 284mgIron: 2mg
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