No boiling required with this oven baked spaghetti! Easy weeknight dinner!
Craving a comforting plate of spaghetti but don’t want to deal with boiling water and multiple pots? This easy oven baked spaghetti is the ultimate solution! With just one dish and a handful of simple ingredients, you can have a hearty, cheesy pasta dinner with minimal effort.
This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, just mix everything together, pop it in the oven, and let it do the work. No need to pre cook the pasta! The noodles soak up all the delicious flavors as they bake, giving you a rich, saucy, and satisfying meal.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- One Pan Wonder: No boiling, no draining, no mess!
- Full of Flavor: The spaghetti absorbs all the seasonings and sauce as it bakes.
- Cheesy & Comforting: Topped with gooey mozzarella for the perfect finish.
- Family Friendly: A guaranteed crowd pleaser!
Ingredients
- 16 oz spaghetti, uncooked
- 16 oz jar pasta sauce
- 3 cups water
- 1 tsp oregano or italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt more or less to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper more or less to taste
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 onion sliced thin
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
1Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2Add all the ingredients except for the mozzarella cheese. Stir well.
3Cover and bake for 45 minutes. Remove from the oven about 20-25 minutes in and give it a stir. *Be sure not to skip this step.
4Top with mozzarella cheese and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly!
Recipe Tips & Variations:
- Want it extra creamy? Stir in ½ cup heavy cream before baking.
- Boost the protein! Add cooked ground beef, sausage, or shredded rotisserie chicken for a heartier dish.
- Make it spicy! Add crushed red pepper flakes for a little kick.
- Use any cheese you love! Try Parmesan, cheddar, or provolone for a flavor twist.
This no boil baked spaghetti is a true game changer, delivering incredible taste with barely any effort. Give it a try and let me know what you think!
