4.28 from 33 votes

Meatball Pasta Casserole

By: Julia Pacheco
Meatball pasta casserole is a cheesy, saucy bake packed with tender pasta, juicy meatballs, and layers of comforting flavor—perfect for busy nights or potluck dinners.
Prep: 30 minutes
Cook: 40 minutes
Total: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients 

  • 16 oz rotini pasta
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 3 cups water
  • 16 oz frozen thawed Italian style meatballs
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 ½ cup mozzarella cheese

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Spray a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick spray add all of the ingredients except 3/4 cup of the cheese in and stir well. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes uncover and sprinkle with remaining cheese bake for an additional 15 minutes. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 888kcal | Carbohydrates: 95g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 1149mg | Potassium: 1128mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1045IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 297mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Julia Pacheco

Hello, I’m Julia Pacheco, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a published cookbook author with a passion for creating delicious, budget-friendly meals. My blog focuses on recipes that are accessible and enjoyable, because I truly believe in the power of food to heal, inspire, and bring people together. From early lessons in the kitchen with my mom to navigating life on WIC and food stamps, I’ve learned the value of making every meal count. Cooking has been my creative outlet, a way to connect with others, and it even helped me land my dream job.

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3 Comments

  1. Alexis says:

    4 stars

    This was a hit with the family. Plus, it was so incredibly quick and easy to make. Perfect for a night when you just can’t spend a ton of time on dinner.

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  2. Christina says:

    Hi, Julia , your video says bake for 35 minutes at 425 degrees, but the recipe instructions say 25 minutes. Which is correct?

    Reply
    1. Alexis says:

      For me, it was 30 minutes, and then back in the oven to make the cheese on top melt, about 10 minutes.

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