One Pot Baked Ziti with Turkey Sausage
This One Pot Baked Ziti with Turkey Sausage is a hearty and comforting dish that brings the family together around the dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe combines flavorful turkey sausage, tender pasta, and a generous amount of melted cheese—all cooked in one pot for minimal cleanup. The rich combination of spices and creamy texture makes this ziti a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Plus, it’s highly customizable; feel free to add in your favorite vegetables or adjust the seasonings to suit your taste. Enjoy a delicious meal without the fuss!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 links turkey sausage
- ½ medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups Penne or Ziti pasta
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup frozen spinach
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, remove turkey sausage from casings and cook with diced onion over medium-high heat until softened (4-5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, oregano, basil, parsley, salt, and red pepper flakes; cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and thawed spinach; bring to a simmer.
- Add pasta and cover the pot; cook on medium-low heat for about 12-15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Adjust seasonings if desired; top with mozzarella cheese and cover until melted before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg