Description
A hearty and flavorful dish combining pasta, vegetables, and protein, topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
- 1 cup diced vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, zucchini)
- 1 cup cooked protein (chicken, beef, or tofu)
- ½ cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Chop up your chosen vegetables and protein while the pasta is cooking.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced vegetables and cook for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Add the cooked protein to the skillet, seasoning with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the skillet. Pour in the marinara sauce and toss everything together.
- Reduce heat to low, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, and cover. Let sit for about 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
To store leftovers, allow cooling before transferring to an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or up to 2 months in the freezer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg