Kid Friendly Pizza Pasta
Turn dinnertime into a delightful treat with this Kid Friendly Pizza Pasta recipe, a mouthwatering fusion of two all-time favorites—pizza and pasta! Perfectly cooked penne is tossed in a zesty pizza sauce, then layered with gooey melted mozzarella cheese and studded with mini pepperoni slices to mimic the ultimate pizza experience. A sprinkle of Parmesan and a hint of dried oregano bring classic pizzeria flavors right to your table, while optional fresh basil adds a pop of color and freshness. Designed to please even the pickiest eaters, this 30-minute recipe is a quick, one-pan wonder that's ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it warm for a comforting, cheesy meal the whole family will adore!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Penne pasta
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 cups Pizza sauce
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup Mini pepperoni slices
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Stir in the pizza sauce, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the pizza sauce.
Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pasta. Stir gently until the cheese begins to melt and becomes stretchy.
Mix the mini pepperoni slices into the pasta. Let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat everything through.
Remove from heat and sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your kid-friendly pizza pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4006 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 219.8 g | 282% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.0 g | 470% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 526 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 11985 mg | 521% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 330.3 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.3 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.8 g | ||
| Protein | 186.9 g | 374% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2728 mg | 210% | |
| Iron | 28.7 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 4704 mg | 100% | |
*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.
