🍝 Dump-and-Bake Meatball Casserole – The Easiest Weeknight Dinner!


 

Tender meatballs, rich marinara, and melty cheese all come together in one dish with zero prep work—just dump, bake, and enjoy! This hearty, family-friendly casserole is the ultimate no-fuss meal for busy nights.

🔥 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
✅ 5-minute prep – No browning, no stirring, just assemble & bake!
✅ One-dish wonder – Minimal cleanup.
✅ Crowd-pleasing comfort food – Kids and adults devour it.
✅ Great for meal prep – Tastes even better as leftovers.

🧆 Ingredients

For the Casserole:

  • 1 (28 oz) bag frozen meatballs (or homemade)

  • 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce (or 3 cups homemade)

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • 8 oz uncooked penne or rotini pasta (optional, for a fuller casserole)

Optional Add-Ins:




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