Olive Garden Stuffed Ziti Fritta Recipe

Fall in love with this rich, authentic, and delicious stuffed ziti fritta! It has crispy Italian seasoned breaded ziti that is filled with cheese and flavor. And this recipe is spot on to the stuffed ziti fritta Olive Garden serves!

The Best Stuffed Ziti Fritta

The stuffed Ziti Fritta is a unique and utterly delicious Olive Garden dish that my family loves to get when we go there. It includes ziti - or rigatoni - noodles that are stuffed with three kinds of cheese, then coated in an Italian breading that crisps up to golden perfection.

So, that's why I decided to bring the recipe to the blog! This ziti fritta recipe has all the tasty tastiness of the Olive Garden's ziti fritta, and it's super easy to make too. Just 3 simple steps are all you have to follow to make it!

How easy does that sound?!

And for the full stuffed ziti fritta Olive Garden experience, serve it with a side of alfredo sauce or marinara sauce and some of this garlic bread or cheesy bread.

Ingredients 

Ok, so the ingredients you need to make this Olive Garden stuffed ziti fritta recipe are pretty simple. And I highly recommend using all of them to get that one-of-a-kind taste that you get at the restaurant.

Anyway, here's everything you'll need for the stuffed ziti fritta:

• ¼ cup ricotta
• ¼ cup Parmesan & Romano shredded
• ¼ cup cream cheese softened
• ¼ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
• 1 tablespoon basil chopped
• ½ box Rigatoni or Ziti pasta

And for the breading:

• 2 eggs beaten
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup Parmesan grated

Then to complete the recipe:

• ¼ cup alfredo sauce or marinara sauce

Now, my favorite part about this recipe is stocking up on the ingredients and being able to use them for two more beloved Olive Garden recipes.

You can use almost all of the same ingredients to make this lasagana fritta and these giant cheese stuffed shells! And just like this stuffed ziti fritta, those two recipes are spot on to Olive Garden's. 

How To Make Stuffed Ziti Fritta 

Step 1: Prep Work

First, we'll make the creamy and cheesy filling for the pasta. 

For the filling, add the ricotta, parmesan, cream cheese, mozzarella, and basil to a bowl and mix well to combine.

Then, transfer it to a ziplock bag and refrigerate.

Next, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta of your choice - either the ziti or rigatoni- according to the package directions.

Step 2: Filling & Breading The Pasta

Once the pasta is cooked and cooled, you will fill it.

Cut the tip of one of the corners of the ziplock bag to create a makeshift piping bag, and fill each noodle with the refrigerated cheese mixture.

After all of the pasta is filled, it's time to bread them.

First, combine the eggs and Italian seasoning in a bowl, and then combine the breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a second bowl. 

Now, dip the stuffed pasta in the egg first, and then thoroughly coat it with the breadcrumb mixture. Repeat with every noodle and set aside. 

Step 3: Frying The Pasta

To fry the cheesy stuffed ziti fritta, heat about ½ cup of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat to 350°F (180°C).

Once the oil is hot, fry the breaded noodles until they are golden brown on each side.

Then, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate and drain the excess grease.

Serve the stuffed ziti fritta with alfredo sauce or marinara sauce, and enjoy!

How To Store Fried Ziti Fritta 

This recipe will make about 4 servings. So you'll have plenty for a family dinner or appetizer for a group. 

If you end up with any leftovers -which is hard to believe- you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3-5 days. 

And then if you want to reheat the fried ziti fritta, the best way is in the oven. Put it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and warm at 350°F (180°C) for about 10 minutes or until it reaches your desired temperature. 

FAQs About This Stuffed Ziti Fritta Recipe 

What is stuffed ziti fritta made of?

Stuffed ziti fritta consists of ziti pasta noodles, a cheesy filling, and crispy breading. The filling consists of three different kinds of cheese and cream cheese for an ultra creamy and cheesy flavor. Then ,the breading has Italian breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese, combined with an Italian seasoning egg wash for even more flavor. 

Is stuffed Ziti Fritta good?

Yes, stuffed ziti fritta is delicious! It's like a cheesy, flavorful, and crispy crunchy combination that is just to die for. Stuffed ziti fritta is basically a cross between cheesy stuffed noodles and mozzarella sticks. But trust me, this is way better than either of those. 

How many calories are in Olive Garden stuffed ziti fritta?

According to Olive Garden's website, there are 500 calories in one serving of their ziti fritta.

My Final Thoughts

Well, that is how to make stuffed ziti fritta that is cheesy, crispy, flavorful, and just totally delicious. 

This recipe is just like the stuffed ziti fritta Olive Garden serves, but I really do think it's better. At least my family, friends, and everyone who tries it thinks so. 

Anyway, I hope you like this Olive Garden stuffed ziti fritta copycat recipe.

If you make it, leave a comment below and let me know your thoughts. 

More Copycat Recipes To Try

Want to try more restaurant-like recipes? Well, if you do, we have a ton on the blog that I think you'll like. 

Give one of these Olive Garden copycat recipes a try next:

• Olive Garden grilled chicken margherita
• Olive Garden cheese ravioli
• Olive Garden crispy chicken fritta
• Olive Garden chicken parmigiana
• Lasagna fritta

Oh, and for even more delicious recipes, check out our YouTube channel. We post new recipes almost every day on there.

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