Instant Pot Creamy Ziti

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This Instant Pot Creamy Ziti is a quick and comforting pasta dish made with simple pantry staples like crushed tomatoes, broth, cream, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. The pasta cooks directly in the sauce, absorbing all the rich flavors while staying perfectly tender. It’s an easy, satisfying meal that’s ready in minutes—perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine Italian

Keyword meatless, pasta, ziti

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings servings

Calories 613kcal

Author Laura

Equipment

Ingredients

2 cups chicken broth
2 cups cream
½ tsp salt
black pepper to taste
2 cloves garlic minced
16 oz pkg ziti pasta or other tube-shaped pasta
15 oz can crushed tomatoes
1 ½ tsp oregano
1 ½ tsp basil
½ to 1 cups Parmesan cheese freshly grated
fresh basil for serving (optional)

Instructions

Pour in the broth, then the cream into the Instant Pot. Sprinkle in the salt, pepper, and garlic.
Add the pasta; don't stir! Just arrange into an even layer. Pour the crushed tomatoes evenly over the pasta. Then sprinkle with the oregano and basil over the top. Don't stir!
Place the lid on, making sure to set the valve to seal. Use the manual setting. To determine the cooking time, take the cooking time on the pasta package directions, cut it in half, and subtract two minutes for al dente. For softer pasta, only subtract one minute.
Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then do a manual quick release. Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until thoroughly combined. Serve the ziti and sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh chopped basil. Serves 5-6.

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