Cheesy Baked Pizza Tortellini Casserole
A quick and easy 30-minute casserole that combines cheese-filled tortellini with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni for all the flavors of pizza night without the hassle of rolling dough.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 28-30 minutes
- Total Time: 33-35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz cheese tortellini (refrigerated)
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (whole milk)
- 4 oz pepperoni (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cheese tortellini with marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes (if using) until evenly coated.
- Spread half of the sauced tortellini evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella over the first layer, then top with half of the pepperoni slices.
- Add the remaining tortellini on top, then sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella and the rest of the pepperoni. Press down lightly with a spatula.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil carefully and bake for another 8-10 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Use fresh or frozen tortellini, not dried. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking to allow the sauce to thicken. For a meatier version, add cooked Italian sausage or ground beef. For a vegetarian option, load with mushrooms, bell peppers, and olives. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/6
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 1200
- Fat: 24
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 52
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 28
Keywords: pizza tortellini casserole, easy weeknight dinner, cheesy pasta bake, 30-minute meal, pepperoni casserole