One-Pan Pasta and Meatballs

Health score
24%
One-Pan Pasta and Meatballs
30 min.
4
477kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than this One-Pan Pasta and Meatballs recipe! In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a hearty dish that combines the comforting flavors of pasta, savory meatballs, and zesty pasta sauce, all in one convenient skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights or a relaxed weekend dinner, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packs a satisfying punch with each bite.

Imagine the aroma of bubbling pasta sauce filling your kitchen as you gather around the table with loved ones. This dish is a delightful blend of textures and flavors, featuring tender elbow macaroni, juicy meatballs, and the briny goodness of olives, all topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for that extra touch of indulgence. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fats, and carbohydrates, it’s a meal that nourishes both body and soul.

Whether you’re serving it for lunch, dinner, or as a main course, this One-Pan Pasta and Meatballs is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. So grab your frying pan and get ready to create a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • cup water 
  • 25.5 oz pasta sauce organic (any flavor)
  • 1.5 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
  • 20  meatballs frozen italian-style cooked (1 inch)
  • 2.3 oz olives ripe drained sliced canned
  • serving parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In 10-inch skillet, heat water and pasta sauce to boiling. Stir in macaroni, meatballs and olives. Return to boiling.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. Cover; cook 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until macaroni is tender.
  3. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories477kcal
Protein19.32%
Fat38.78%
Carbs41.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.25
Glycemic Load
3.1
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
21.111739241559%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:476.95kcal
23.85%
Fat:20.71g
31.86%
Saturated Fat:7.21g
45.09%
Carbohydrates:50.34g
16.78%
Net Carbohydrates:45.42g
16.52%
Sugar:7.93g
8.81%
Cholesterol:56.92mg
18.98%
Sodium:1281.98mg
55.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.22g
46.43%
Selenium:54.25µg
77.5%
Vitamin B1:0.61mg
40.56%
Manganese:0.69mg
34.41%
Phosphorus:318.71mg
31.87%
Vitamin B3:5.76mg
28.82%
Vitamin B6:0.53mg
26.54%
Potassium:875.24mg
25.01%
Vitamin E:3.31mg
22.04%
Copper:0.42mg
21.13%
Zinc:3.01mg
20.1%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.03%
Fiber:4.92g
19.67%
Vitamin A:915IU
18.3%
Magnesium:73.2mg
18.3%
Iron:3.15mg
17.47%
Vitamin C:13.14mg
15.93%
Vitamin B5:1.28mg
12.8%
Calcium:122.49mg
12.25%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.85%
Folate:30.14µg
7.54%
Vitamin K:5.46µg
5.2%