21 Weeknight Pasta Recipes That Are Ready in a Flash
Transform your busy evenings with these simple yet satisfying pasta recipes. Quick to prepare and full of comforting flavors, they’re perfect for making weeknights a little more special. Whether you’re looking for something creamy, zesty, or hearty, this collection has something to match every craving. Elevate your dinner routine with these effortless pasta ideas.
Pasta Amatriciana
With its bold tomato based sauce, white wine, garlic and pecorino romano cheese plus tasty pancetta, pasta amatriciana is a winning dish.
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Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta
Rich, creamy and perfectly satisfying, this cozy and creamy Tuscan sausage pasta makes a wonderful midweek dinner that the family will love.
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Louisiana Cajun Chicken Pasta
Try out this Louisiana Cajun chicken pasta Cheesecake Factory copycat recipe and there’s no way you could be disappointed – it’s so tasty!
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Rasta Pasta
Rasta pasta is a heavenly combo of jerk chicken, pasta, bell peppers and cream sauce. Ready in 30 minutes, it’s an easy weeknight dinner.
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Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Rich, creamy, hearty, and also surprisingly quick and simple to prepare, this viral marry me chicken pasta never lets you down.
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Creamy Lemon Pasta
This creamy lemon pasta makes a wonderful midweek dinner. Ready in just half an hour, you’re going to love the tangy fresh lemon flavor.
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Pancetta Pea Pasta
If you want to indulge your tastebuds with something creamy, meaty and delicious, why not whip up this mouthwatering pancetta pea pasta dish?
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Ricotta Beef Stuffed Pasta Shells
Baked ricotta beef stuffed pasta shells are full of ground beef and four different types of cheese. It is a meal the whole family will love!
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Italian Penne Rosa Pasta
Penne rosa pasta is an easy pasta dish with a creamy sauce. This Italian pasta with tomato cream sauce is ideal for a busy weeknight.
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Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese Pasta
You’ll love this sheet pan chicken caprese pasta. It’s made with chicken tenderloins and offers bold Italian flavors.
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Loaded Mac And Cheese
This loaded mac and cheese dish goes so well with anything from a juicy T-bone steak to grilled chicken. It’s mac and cheese… just better!
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Lasagna Roll Ups
Skip the layers and roll up your Lasagna instead! This easy-to-make recipe is bursting with cheesy, saucy deliciousness that the whole family will love.
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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo
This gorgeous Italian chicken orzo is rich, creamy and really tasty. It makes a fantastic dinner and is bursting with true Italian flavors.
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Mediterranean Shrimp Linguine
Mediterranean shrimp linguine has it all – al dente pasta, juicy shrimp, vibrant veggies, the best seasonings from the Med, and more!
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Creamy Pumpkin Sausage Gnocchi
Treat your taste buds to this creamy pumpkin sausage gnocchi. It’s so tasty and the whole family will love it and it is an easy one-pot dish.
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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo
If you want to make something for dinner with comfort food appeal you simply can’t go wrong with this cheesy chicken broccoli orzo dish.
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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Creamy garlic shrimp pasta is an elegant pasta dish with big flavors! It’s so quick and easy, and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
This sun-dried tomato pasta recipe is perfect for busy nights. Enjoy a creamy, flavorful vegetarian meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
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Garlic Butter Pasta
Garlic Butter Pasta is your go-to for a quick and savory meal on busy weeknights, ready in just 25 minutes. Spaghetti is tossed in a simple garlic butter sauce.
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Lemon Butter Pasta
This lemon butter pasta is my weeknight lifesaver – bright, buttery, and done in under 30 minutes! Perfect for something quick but gourmet.
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Cajun Shrimp Pasta
Creamy, a little spicy and definitely robust-tasting, Cajun shrimp pasta makes a wonderful midweek dinner, perhaps paired with a side salad.
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