Cheesy Creamy Ziti
By :Chop Secrets
instant pot pasta
instant pot pasta
Votes: 31
Rating: 4.45
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Course Dinner
Cuisine Modern
Difficulty Easy
Browse Category Kid-Friendly, Rice & Pastas
Duration 15-30 min
Cooking Technique Pressure Cook
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings
4 - 6 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp garlic minced
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 12 oz dried ziti pasta
  • 1 1/2 cups pasta sauce
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach finely chopped (optional)
Course Dinner
Cuisine Modern
Difficulty Easy
Browse Category Kid-Friendly, Rice & Pastas
Duration 15-30 min
Cooking Technique Pressure Cook
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings
4 - 6 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp garlic minced
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 12 oz dried ziti pasta
  • 1 1/2 cups pasta sauce
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach finely chopped (optional)
instant pot pasta
Votes: 31
Rating: 4.45
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Instructions
  1. Layer broth, cream, garlic, salt, pepper and pasta, in that order, in the pot--do not stir. Ensure all pasta is submerged.
  2. Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  3. Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 6 minutes.
  4. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 6 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  5. Stir in the pasta sauce.
  6. Add the cheeses, 1/3 cup at a time, stirring after each additional until fully melted and incorporated.
  7. Serve hot garnished with finely chopped spinach (optional).
Recipe Notes

*The MANUAL and PRESSURE COOK buttons are interchangeable.

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