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One Pan Pizza Pasta

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This One Pan Pizza Pasta contains all of the classic pizza flavors packed into a one pan meal that is sure to satisfy your cravings. Filled with tender pasta, spicy sausage, lean pepperoni, and topped with cheese, this meal is sure to be a hit with everyone!

pizza pasta in a black pan

I’m talking about my one true love today, friends. And that would be pizza. Lots and lots of pizza!

If I were stranded on a desert island and could only eat one thing for the rest of my life, it would be pizza. Hands down. No question about it.

I could eat pizza pretty much every day of the week.

For breakfast, lunch, and dinner…it makes the best meals! I also like eating pizza cold, straight from the fridge. There’s just something about having a slice of my favorite deep dish pizza, with that thick crust and and massive amounts of cheese. For some reason, I look forward to eating it cold just as much the next day. Weird, right?

top view of pizza pasta casserole on a white plate

If you’ve been hanging around here long enough, you probably remember that the hubster considers frozen pizza on the same level as pizza that you order out.

Umm what now? And he can’t eat it every week. Yep, if we have a frozen pizza for lunch one day, he insists that he can’t have pizza from a restaurant or take-out place because he just had the frozen kind.

In my mind, there is no doubt. Frozen pizza is not “real” pizza, and even if it is, I could (and would) order pizza the very next day. But don’t worry, I’m determined to bring out his true pizza-holic self. 

And I’m happy to report that the hubster loved this pizza pasta casserole. 

pizza pasta on a white plate

Ingredients Needed for Pizza Pasta

To make this stovetop pizza pasta casserole, you’ll need the following basic ingredients: 

  • Ground Italian sausage
  • Pepperoni
  • Italian seasoning 
  • Garlic powder
  • Oregano
  • Marinara sauce
  • Water
  • Rotini pasta
  • Shredded mozzarella
  • Fresh basil 

Can I Omit the Sausage? 

Of course! You can omit the meat entirely or substitute it with your choice of ground beef, ground chicken, or another protein of choice. 

Can I Use Another Type of Pasta?

Yep! Any short, sturdy pasta shape will work. I just like using rotini because the crevices help hold onto the sauce. 

top view of pizza pasta casserole in a black pan with a wooden spoon

How to Make Pizza Pasta

The best part about this pizza casserole (besides the delicious taste) is that it’s made in one pan, and one pan only! So that means less dishes to wash and more time spent out of the kitchen. And that’s always a plus, especially on busy weeknights.

  1. To make this dish, I first browned some sausage in a large skillet.
  2. After that was done cooking, I added in some marinara sauce, spices, and pasta.
  3. I let the stove work its magic and then topped this casserole with some mozzarella cheese

This dish serves as delicious leftovers for the rest of the week, which means that you don’t have to worry about dinner (if it lasts that long)!

So if you’ve got a craving for pizza but don’t want to make the actual pie, then try these easy One Pan Pizza Pasta! I guarantee it will be a meal-time winner!

pasta in a black pan

Tips for Making Pizza Pasta

  • This is the perfect meal to customize depending on your tastes. Don’t like sausage? Leave it out! Want to add in some veggies? Toss ’em in! 
  • If adding veggies to this dish, I recommend sautéing them before browning the sausage. That way they have time to cook and develop some flavor. 
  • This pasta tastes great as leftovers! You may need to add some water to the pan when reheating to prevent the pasta from drying out. 

Looking for more easy pizza recipes? I’ve got you covered!

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One Pan Pizza Casserole

This Pizza Pasta contains all of the classic pizza flavors packed into a one-pan meal that is sure to satisfy your cravings!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword one pan recipe, pizza recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 493kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground Italian sausage
  • ¾ cup pepperoni , halved
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
  • 2 cups water
  • 8 ounces uncooked rotini noodles
  • 1¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh basil for garnish , if desired

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, cook and crumble sausage until browned. Drain and and return to pan.
  • Add pepperoni, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and oregano. Stir to combine.
  • Add marinara sauce, water, and noodles to skillet. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat. Simmer 12-15 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
  • Remove lid and and stir in ¾ cup of mozzarella cheese. Then sprinkle remaining ½ cup of cheese over top. Replace cover and let sit for 5-7 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 493kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 973mg | Potassium: 287mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 189IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 178mg | Iron: 2mg
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By Gayle |

Comments

  1. Jess @ whatjessicabakednext says

    Yum! This looks like my idea of the perfect dinner! Pizza and pasta are my two favourite foods, so to combine the two is genius! Love all that oozy mozzarella! Delicious - pinning to try soon! Thanks for sharing, Gayle! :D
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  3. Mir says

    I love making what my kids call "pizza pasta" on the stovetop, but I don't usually bake it. I love how brown and bubbly yours gets!
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  8. Meg says

    I am ALL about one-pan meals, especially with an infant! I love cooking and look forward to getting in the kitchen each night, but I'm trying to make life easier by not whipping up anything super complicated right now. This looks awesome and very filling, and I love that we would have some leftovers for lunches!
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    • Gayle says

      I totally understand how you feel, Meg! I love one pan meals too...less work and more time out of the kitchen. Thanks for the kind words!
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  11. Jen | Baked by an Introvert says

    I'm so glad we share a love for pizza! My husband thinks I'm weird because I like cold pizza for breakfast. I don't find it strange at all, it's tasty! Let's talk about this pasta... One pan and it tastes like pizza. How can I resist all of my favorites in one dish! Pinning this a ton!
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  12. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    Give me ALL the pizza flavors in any form and I am a VERY happy camper... but, pizza meets pasta?? YESSSS! Love that this is made in ONE pan, and uber customize-able! Pizza-Pasta-Winning Is going on here, girlfriend! Pinned! Oh and, I'm with you - cold pizza rocks and your hub is slightly nuts.. lol Frozen pizza is SOOO not the same thing!! Keep stuffing his face with this delicious pasta, I'm sure he will see the pizza light! ;) Cheers, Girl!
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    • Gayle says

      Ok good! Glad you agree that frozen pizza is not the same as actual pizza. I just don't get my husband! :) Thanks for the kind words and pin, Cheyanne!
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  15. marcie says

    I'm with you Gayle -- frozen pizza isn't the same as take-out! I love pizza too, and this dish is perfect to give you all those pizza flavors without being an actual pie. So you can have pizza the next day, right? Pinned!
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    • Gayle says

      Take out pizza is definitely the best! :) And this pasta makes the best leftovers. Thanks for the kind words and pin, Marcie!
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  18. Amber@twobirdperch says

    Gayle, this looks fantastic! I am one of those weirdos that like frozen pizza better than takeout.. but that may be because we don't have a decent pizza place in my small town... it's so sad LOL. Loving the flavors in this recipe! Pinned! Thanks for sharing!
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  27. Erin @ Miss Scrambled Egg says

    Freezer pizza is definitely not on the same level as regular pizza! Your husband is on his own in that opinion. I'm a lover of pizza, too. Currently, I'm dying as I wait for my barbecue chicken calzones to come out of the oven. I know Leslie Knope would disagree that Pizza and calzones are on the same level, but I have to say they are. Anyways, I digress. Holy yum! Pizza bake looks wow! :D
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    • Gayle says

      Haha right? I don't know what my husband is thinking! Your calzones sounds delicious, Erin! And thanks for the pizza love!
      Reply

  30. Keri @ Fashionable Foods says

    What a yummy way to get your pizza fix, Gayle! I come from a pizza loving family. In fact, when I was kid, my dad ate pizza every day! I'm kind of like your husband - I can't eat it that often, but I do like it occasionally haha! Pasta flavored pizza though? I'm totally on board with that one!
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    • Gayle says

      Thanks, Keri! I definitely think my dad could eat pizza every day too! Pizza pasta is great for when you want that flavor but don't want the actual pie!
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  35. Ashley says

    Pizza is definitely one of my loves! Love how simple this pasta sounds .... I feel like I wouldn't be able to back away from this! haha
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  41. Izzy says

    I could eat pizza every single day too! And I agree, sometimes it is even better cold, for breakfast, haha! I love that you made a pizza flavored pasta! And those mini pepperonis are so cute :)
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