Dump & Bake Pepperoni Pizza Casserole
This easy dump and bake pizza casserole is a delicious 30 minute meal that's perfect for busy nights. Pasta's infused with big pizza flavor and baked under a cheesy crust making for simple comfort food that even the pickiest eater's will enjoy.
Servings: 6
Calories: 409kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb elbow noodles uncooked
- 1 28 ounce jar marinara sauce + 1/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup chopped pepperoni
- 3 cups water
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic power
- 1 heaping cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- sliced pepperoni for topping
- fresh parsley leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Lightly spray a 9x13" casserole dish with non stick spray. Pour the uncooked pasta into the dish.
- Pour the marinara sauce evenly out over the pasta in the dish. Add the water to the jar, close lid, shake, and pour into the dish.
- Sprinkle the chopped pepperoni in, then add 3 cups of water. Add the seasonings.
- Stir, then gently spread the pasta back out evenly making sure it's all submerged as much as possible.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil, and bake at 425° for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil, and carefully stir the pasta. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly out overtop, then top with slices of pepperoni.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake another 12 minutes- uncovered.
- Let rest 2-3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 936mg | Potassium: 617mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 575IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 3mg