Baked Ziti with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham: Easy Comfort Food
Baked Ziti is a comforting dish that combines rich flavors and hearty ingredients, perfect for any family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces ziti pasta
- 4 ounces turkey bacon, chopped
- 6 ounces chicken ham, diced
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook ziti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy, then add chicken ham and sauté for a few minutes.
- Mix cooked pasta, bacon, ham, marinara sauce, 1 cup mozzarella, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Baked Ziti, Comfort Food, Easy Recipe