Cheese Tortellini Pepperoni Pizza Casserole
Cheese tortellini pepperoni pizza casserole combines the comforting flavors of pizza and pasta in one easy, cheesy bake. With marinara sauce, gooey cheese, and crispy pepperoni, it’s a quick and crowd-pleasing dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 20 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 20–30 slices pepperoni
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil or non-stick spray
- Optional: chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and toss with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, combine tortellini, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, half of the mozzarella, and half of the Parmesan cheese.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then arrange pepperoni slices on top.
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and edges are lightly crisp.
- Cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with red pepper flakes or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Swap cheese tortellini for meat or spinach varieties for different flavors.
- Add cooked ground sausage or beef for a meatier dish.
- Include vegetables like mushrooms, onions, or spinach for added nutrition.
- Drizzle garlic butter on top before baking for extra flavor.
- Freeze before or after baking for up to 2 months; thaw overnight before baking or reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
