Easy Cheesy Pizza Noodles
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food fusion with Easy Cheesy Pizza Noodles, a quick and satisfying recipe that combines the best of pasta and pizza in one dish! Featuring perfectly cooked pasta tossed in rich, tangy pizza sauce and smothered with gooey melted mozzarella and parmesan, this skillet masterpiece is ready in just 25 minutes. Add pepperoni slices for a classic pizza touch or keep it vegetarian while still enjoying the bold flavors of garlic, Italian seasoning, and a hint of red chili flakes. Garnished with fresh basil for a pop of freshness, this one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it warm and watch this kid-friendly, cheese-loaded dish become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams pasta (penne, rotini, or any short variety)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup pizza sauce (or marinara)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 100 grams pepperoni slices (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the pizza sauce and bring it to a gentle simmer.
Add the cooked pasta into the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the pasta, followed by the parmesan cheese.
If using pepperoni, layer the slices on top of the cheese.
Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, red chili flakes (if desired), salt, and black pepper over the dish.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook on low heat for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with fresh basil, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Easy Cheesy Pizza Noodles!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1876 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.2 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.2 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 217 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 6600 mg | 287% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.7 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.6 g | ||
| Protein | 80.0 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1370 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1222 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
