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The Best Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole

Dump and bake meatball casserole was on my menu for my family of five pretty much all last summer. It's super quick and easy to make. The warm and hearty pasta sauce is marinated over the meatballs and penne noodles, making it the ultimate weekday or weeknight dinner for your family.
Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole
Servings: 5 People
Calories 138
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients  

  • Frozen meatballs defrosted
  • 1 Can Pasta or Spaghetti sauce
  • 2 Cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 Box Box Penne Noodles
  • 1 Tbsp Oregano seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp Italian
  • 1/2 Tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 2 Cups Mozzarella cheese
  • Nonstick Spray
  • Ricotta Topping

Instructions

  • Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Spray your pan with non-stick spray.
    Nonstick Spray
  • Next, add meatballs, pasta sauce, chicken broth, and penne noodles into the baking dish. Season to your liking and stir everything together well.
    Frozen meatballs, 1 Can Pasta or Spaghetti sauce, 2 Cups Chicken Broth, 1 Box Box Penne Noodles, 1 Tbsp Oregano seasoning, 1 Tbsp Italian, 1/2 Tbsp Garlic Powder, 1 Tsp Salt, 2 Cups Mozzarella cheese, 1 Tsp Black Pepper
  • Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top and place a lid or aluminum foil over the top of the baking dish. Allow baking for 30 to 35 minutes or until pasta is cooked.
  • Top with ricotta and enjoy
    Ricotta
Course Main Course
Cuisine American