Dump-and-Bake Meatball Casserole
A simple and hearty meatball casserole that combines frozen meatballs, pasta, and sauce, baking together for a comforting, hands-off dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound frozen meatballs
- 1 can (24 ounces) pasta sauce
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a 9×13-inch casserole dish, combine frozen meatballs, pasta sauce, water, and uncooked pasta. Stir gently to distribute.
- Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for about 40 minutes.
- Uncover and sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly on top.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Notes
Use precooked frozen meatballs for easy preparation. Ensure the pasta is well coated with sauce, and add liquid if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg