Description

This One Pot Pizza Pasta is a quick, comforting, and cheesy meal that combines the flavors of your favorite pizza with hearty pasta. Cooked entirely in one pot, it minimizes cleanup and maximizes flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners. Customize with your favorite veggies, meats, and cheeses for a versatile dinner everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

Pasta

12 oz medium pasta shapes (penne or rotini)

Sauce & Liquid

2 cups marinara or pizza sauce
2 1/2 cups vegetable broth or water (enough to just cover pasta)

Cheeses

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Seasonings

1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetables

1 medium onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup sliced olives (optional)

Protein (Optional)

1/2 cup sliced pepperoni or cooked sausage

Oil

1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

Sauté Your Veggies and Proteins: Begin by warming a drizzle of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Toss in diced onions, bell peppers, and any meat like sliced pepperoni or sausage. Cook until veggies soften and meats brown slightly, releasing their flavors.
Add Pasta and Sauce: Stir in your dry pasta, then pour in your tomato or pizza sauce along with enough vegetable broth or water to just cover the pasta. Sprinkle in your Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to build the sauce’s base.
Simmer Until Pasta is Tender: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring every few minutes to prevent sticking. The pasta will absorb the flavorful sauce and become tender all in one pot.
Stir in Cheese and Finish Cooking: Once the pasta is cooked and most of the liquid absorbed, fold in shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese while the pot is still warm. Let the cheese melt through, creating a rich, gooey texture that’s irresistible.
Serve Hot and Enjoy: Dish out your One Pot Pizza Pasta directly from the pot, adding any extra toppings or fresh herbs on top for a pretty finish. Serve immediately while it’s hot and melty.

Notes

Use medium pasta shapes like penne or rotini to hold sauce well and avoid clumping.
Add broth gradually if needed to prevent soggy pasta.
Use a large enough pot so pasta can cook evenly without clumping together.
Finish with fresh basil or oregano for a vibrant flavor boost.
Customize your cheese mix by mixing mozzarella with provolone or fontina for extra depth.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: One Pot Cooking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 700 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 50 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 22 g
Cholesterol: 40 mg

Keywords: one pot, pizza pasta, quick recipe, comfort food, easy dinner, cheesy pasta, family friendly