Skillet Baked Ziti with Sausage and Peppers

DinnerItalian-americanHigh ProteinOne-PanFamily Friendly

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this comforting one-pan Skillet Baked Ziti. By cooking everything in a single oven-safe skillet, you'll achieve perfectly cooked pasta with a golden, cheesy top while minimizing cleanup. The combination of savory Italian sausage and sweet bell peppers creates a delicious flavor foundation that will have your family requesting this dish again and again.

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

35 min

Serves

6 servings

Difficulty

medium

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

12-inch oven-safe skillet
Measuring cups and spoons
Wooden spoon or spatula
Sharp knife
Cutting board
Cheese grater
Aluminum foil (if skillet doesn't have a lid)

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Skillet Baked Ziti with Sausage and Peppers

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

Step 1: Make sure your skillet is oven-safe and large enough to hold all ingredients

Step 2: Break sausage into small, even pieces for better distribution throughout the dish

Step 3: Don't overcook the garlic as it can become bitter

Step 4: Ensure pasta is evenly distributed and submerged in liquid

Step 5: Covering the skillet helps the pasta cook evenly in the sauce

Step 6: Distribute cheese evenly for consistent melting

Step 7: Check pasta doneness by testing a piece before final serving

Step 8: Resting allows the sauce to thicken and flavors to settle