Pasta recipes make some of the best family dinners, especially when you need something hearty, comforting, and easy to get on the table. This collection has 30 pasta dishes, from creamy chicken pasta and cheesy baked favorites to hearty meat sauces and easy one-pot meals.
I’ve gathered some of my favorite pasta dinners all in one place to make meal planning a little easier. There’s plenty of variety here for busy weeknights, Sunday dinners, or anytime you’re craving a big bowl of pasta. 🍝💙
30 Pasta Recipes for Easy Family Dinners
30 easy pasta recipes perfect for family dinners, from creamy favorites and cheesy baked dishes to hearty one-pot meals. 🍝
Utica Chicken Riggies
Chicken Riggies are one of Central New York’s most iconic comfort foods.
Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce
Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce is an irresistible creamy parmesan cheese sauce with a hint of garlic over fettuccine.
Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno (Olive Garden Copycat)
Make this Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno Olive Garden copycat at home with ziti, creamy marinara and Alfredo sauce, five cheeses, and a crispy topping.
Marry Me Chicken
Creamy, flavorful Marry Me Chicken with sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan, served over pasta. ❤️🍝
Chicken Parmesan Pasta
Chicken Parmesan Pasta is an easy one-skillet dinner with tender chicken, pasta, marinara, Parmesan, mozzarella, and crispy breadcrumbs.
Buffalo Chicken Pasta
Buffalo Chicken Pasta is creamy, cheesy pasta with tender buffalo chicken that makes the Ultimate Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese.
Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Tuscan Chicken Pasta is an easy 30-minute dinner with tender chicken, penne, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and a creamy Parmesan garlic sauce.
Steak Pasta
Steak Pasta combines tender strip steak, rigatoni, asparagus, and Parmesan in a creamy garlic tomato sauce for an easy, hearty dinner.
French Onion Pasta
French Onion Pasta combines caramelized onions and cavatappi with a creamy cheese sauce made with Swiss and white cheddar, then it’s topped with Gruyère and baked until hot and bubbly.
Rigatoni Bolognese
Rigatoni Bolognese combines tender rigatoni with a rich meat sauce made with ground beef, tomatoes, vegetables, herbs, and Parmesan cheese.
Beef Tips and Noodles
Beef Tips and Noodles features tender beef simmered in a rich homemade gravy and served over egg noodles for an easy, hearty comfort food.
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta recipe featuring the irresistible flavors of Buffalo Wild Wings’ garlic parmesan sauce.
Mexican Spaghetti
Mexican Spaghetti adds a zip to your boring weeknight meal with fresh ground beef, tomato sauce, corn, and peppers, all in Mexican seasonings.
Cheesecake Factory Pasta Carbonara Copycat
Pasta Carbonara Cheesecake Factory copycat recipe is mouthwatering with a creamy garlic parmesan sauce with crispy bacon.
Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel
Chicken spaghetti with Rotel dinner has a creamy, cheesy sauce with tender bites of chicken and spicy Rotel tomatoes, all with a ranch flavor
Meatball Casserole
Meatball Casserole is an easy dinner with meatballs, spaghetti, marinara, Parmesan, and melted mozzarella baked until hot and bubbly.
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole gives you that rich, creamy flavor of chicken, ham, creamy pasta, and cheese, that is ready to be
Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese (Copycat Recipe)
Make Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese at home with tender elbow macaroni and a creamy sharp cheddar cheese sauce in this easy copycat recipe.
Slow Cooker Million Dollar Macaroni and Cheese
Slow Cooker Million Dollar Mac and Cheese is extra creamy, cheesy, and easy to make with uncooked pasta right in the Crockpot.
Slow Cooker Lazy Day Vegetable Lasagna
Slow Cooker Lazy Day Vegetable Lasagna is an easy meatless dinner with frozen ravioli, Alfredo sauce, spinach, carrots, and melted mozzarella.
Crockpot Lasagna Recipe
Crockpot Lasagna is a hearty slow cooker dinner layered with meat sauce, ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, and tender lasagna noodles.
Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta
Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta features browned sausage, rigatoni, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach tossed in a smooth parmesan cream sauce.
Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Shells
Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Shells have a creamy ricotta filling with chicken stuffed and are topped with a crunchy Panko topping.
Creamy Beef and Shells
This super easy Creamy Beef and Shells recipe comes together in about 20 minutes and is perfect for those busy weeknights!
Baked Tomato and Feta Pasta
Baked Tomato and Feta Pasta combines roasted tomatoes, creamy feta, pancetta, spinach, and pasta for an easy and flavorful dinner.
Grandma’s Old Fashioned One Pot Goulash
Grandma's Old Fashioned One Pot Goulash is a classic comfort dish that is made in one single pot, so minimal cleanup required.
Baked Spaghetti With Garlic Bread
Baked spaghetti is one of my favorite dinner ideas. A cheesy baked spaghetti with garlic bread rolls around the edge. An all in one meal!
Homemade Hamburger Helper (One-Pan Recipe)
One pan homemade hamburger helper is so simple to make. An affordable ground beef recipe that will feed your family. Plus this recipe is so easy to make.
One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta
One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta is a no-fuss dinner that is full of Tex-Mex Flavor.
Chicken Caesar Pasta
Chicken Caesar Pasta combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, Parmesan, creamy Caesar dressing, and pasta for an easy, flavorful dinner.
I hope these 30 pasta recipes make it a little easier to find a dinner everyone will enjoy. From creamy and cheesy favorites to hearty pasta dishes, there’s plenty here to add to your dinner rotation. 🍝💙