If you love meals that are both easy and full of flavor, Pasta recipes worth twirling your fork for will deliver. The recipes here work for busy weeknights, relaxed weekends, or sharing with friends. Simple ingredients come together for results that feel special.

Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

Serving of buffalo chicken pasta bake with casserole dish.
Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Try this easy and delicious baked pasta and chicken recipe. It features tender chicken combined with pasta in a creamy sauce for a dish that packed with flavor.
Get the Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

Seafood Pasta Salad

Seafood pasta salad in white serving bowl.
Seafood Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

This refreshing and light seafood pasta salad is the perfect dish for summer. It combines shrimp, crab, and pasta in a flavorful creamy dressing.
Get the Recipe: Seafood Pasta Salad

Low Carb Pasta Carbonara

Pasta Carbonara inside a bowl with herbs and bacon.
Low Carb Pasta Carbonara. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Make the Best Low Carb Pasta Carbonara with low carb homemade noodles and crispy bacon bits as your Italian classic easy family dinner or a meal plans for the week. Our gluten-free, low carb, trim healthy mama, grain-free pasta carbonara made with homemade low carb pasta and topped with grated parmesan cheese will be your go-to recipe everyone will love.
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Italian Low Carb Pasta Marinara

Pasta Marinara inside a grey plate with extra sauce and basil leaves on the side.
Italian Low Carb Pasta Marinara. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Our Italian Low Carb Pasta Marinara recipe is a super quick and easy dinner for the whole family. Fully gluten-free, low carb, grain-free and diabetic friendly meal, you can prepare well in advance and enjoy day after day.
Get the Recipe: Italian Low Carb Pasta Marinara

Ground Beef Pasta Skillet

Ground beef pasta skillet garnished with parsley.
Ground Beef Pasta Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This ground beef pasta recipe can be made in under 30 minutes with any pasta you have and tastes like it’s been simmered all day long on the stove.
Get the Recipe: Ground Beef Pasta Skillet

Pasta with Ricotta & Tomatoes

Ricotta and Tomato Pasta in a white bowl.
Pasta with Ricotta & Tomatoes. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Cool nights call for hot, comfort food, and there’s not much better than this Pasta with Ricotta and Tomatoes. The fresh pop of tomatoes and creamy ricotta play really nicely together in this hearty, cheesy, and delicious dish that’s as good as a side as it is an entree.
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Pasta e Fagioli Soup

Pasta e Fagioli Soup in 2 bowls with spoons.
Pasta e Fagioli Soup. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Better than the Olive Garden original, this hearty soup is loaded with beef, beans, veggies, and flavor! It’s not hard to make, and once you get a taste of this restaurant classic, you’ll never buy it again!
Get the Recipe: Pasta e Fagioli Soup

Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Salad

Rotisserie chicken pasta salad in a bowl.
Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Loaded with leftover rotisserie chicken, veggies, and a creamy dressing, this Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Salad is always gobbled up fast!
Get the Recipe: Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Salad

Salmon Pasta Salad

Salmon pasta salad in a black bowl with forks nearby.
Salmon Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Pasta salads don’t get much easier or more delicious than this! Made with leftover salmon, this easy pasta salad is creamy, tangy, and loaded with sweet flaky salmon. A touch of dill and lemon amps up the flavor, and this dish is hearty enough to be a meal all on its own.
Get the Recipe: Salmon Pasta Salad

Copycat Pasta e Fagioli Soup

Two bowls of Copycat Pasta e Fagioli Soup in front of an instant pot.
Copycat Pasta e Fagioli Soup. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

This soup is a no-fuss, easy soup recipe with meat, vegetables, beans, and pasta.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Pasta e Fagioli Soup

Creamy Zucchini Parmesan Pasta Sauce

Creamy zucchini pasta sauce with shaved parmesan.
Creamy Zucchini Parmesan Pasta Sauce. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

Creamy Zucchini Parmesan Pasta Sauce offers a lighter yet warming dish. The sauce is rich and creamy, with a hint of Parmesan to add depth. Pair it with your favorite pasta for a comforting meal that’s perfect for a chilly night. It’s a tasty and warming option for those looking for a comforting yet lighter dinner.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Zucchini Parmesan Pasta Sauce

Easy Pasta Puttanesca

A pan full of spaghetti and tomatoes on a tablecloth.
Easy Pasta Puttanesca. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Pasta Puttanesca is a classic Italian quick sauce that may be the fastest pasta dish you’ll ever make.
Get the Recipe: Easy Pasta Puttanesca

Italian Sausage and Pepper Pasta in One Pot

A close-up of creamy macaroni and cheese garnished with parsley.
Italian Sausage and Pepper Pasta in One Pot. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

This sausage and pepper pasta dish is a hearty, one-dish dinner that allows you to get supper on the table in under 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Italian Sausage and Pepper Pasta in One Pot

Easy Cold Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing

A white bowl filled with tri-color rotini pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber chunks, and feta cheese on a red-and-white checkered tablecloth.
Easy Cold Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

We love pasta but not hot pasta during hot weather. The simplest way to satisfy that pasta craving was creating a cold pasta salad, which, in the winter, can be served as a side instead of the main course.
Get the Recipe: Easy Cold Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing

Pizza Casserole (Pizza Pasta Bake)

A plate of baked pasta topped with melted cheese, pepperoni slices, black olives, mushrooms, green peppers, and shredded herbs, with a fork on the side.
Pizza Casserole (Pizza Pasta Bake). Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

This pasta bake combines ground beef, pepperoni, mushrooms, and two types of cheese into one cheesy, comforting meal that’s ready in under an hour. It’s a perfect quick dinner for busy nights and lets you customize with your favorite pizza toppings for endless flavor combos. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, this recipe turns classic pizza into a fun pasta twist everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Pizza Casserole (Pizza Pasta Bake)

Marry Me Tortellini Pasta Salad

A white bowl filled with creamy pasta salad, mixed with chopped spinach, cherry tomatoes, and a creamy dressing.
Marry Me Tortellini Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

This creamy pasta salad brings together cheesy tortellini, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil tossed in a tangy, parmesan-rich dressing that’s made with mayonnaise and sour cream. If you want a flavorful side dish that’s both cool and comforting without any complicated steps, this recipe has you covered.
Get the Recipe: Marry Me Tortellini Pasta Salad

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

A bowl of rotini pasta salad mixed with corn, cotija cheese, red onion, cilantro, and lime wedges, served with wooden utensils.
Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

If you like the smoky char of grilled corn with a zing of chili-lime crema, this pasta salad will become your new go-to. It mixes tender fusilli with sautéed charred corn, creamy mayo, tangy sour cream, and crumbly cotija cheese for a flavor punch that’s perfect for a filling side dish.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Greek Orzo Pasta Salad

A wooden spoon lifts a serving of orzo pasta salad with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and olives from a white bowl.
Greek Orzo Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

Get ready to toss together a fresh and tangy mix of orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and briny olives, all dressed in a zesty red wine vinaigrette with a kick of garlic. This salad is a breeze to make, cools down quickly with a rinse after boiling, and keeps its crunch even as leftovers.
Get the Recipe: Greek Orzo Pasta Salad

Pasta e Fagioli Soup

A pot of pasta e fagioli soup with pasta, beans, carrots, and herbs, stirred with a wooden spoon. Basil garnish on top. A bowl of red pepper flakes nearby.
Pasta e Fagioli Soup. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you enjoy the pasta and bean soup at Olive Garden, this copycat version of pasta e fagioli soup is sure to thrill your taste buds.
Get the Recipe: Pasta e Fagioli Soup

Creamy Deviled Egg Pasta Salad

A plate of Deviled Egg Pasta Salad served with a fork on a white plate.
Creamy Deviled Egg Pasta Salad. Photo credit: The Bite Stuff.

Creamy, tangy, and just a little retro, this pasta salad takes everything you love about deviled eggs and folds it into a chilled side dish that’s perfect for potlucks. It’s rich without being heavy and always the first bowl to disappear.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Deviled Egg Pasta Salad

BLT Pasta Salad – With Bacon!

Overhead shot of a glass bowl filled with BLT pasta salad.
BLT Pasta Salad – With Bacon!. Photo credit: The Bite Stuff.

Bacon, lettuce, tomato, and pasta come together in a salad that’s salty, fresh, and hard to stop eating. It’s picnic-ready and always a hit.
Get the Recipe: BLT Pasta Salad – With Bacon!

Heirloom Tomato Pasta

Heirloom Tomato Pasta. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Heirloom Tomato Pasta is a great addition to your recipe collection. Whether you’re hosting or just looking for something tasty to make, this one fits the bill perfectly.
Get the Recipe: Heirloom Tomato Pasta

Pasta Bake with Chicken

Pasta Bake with Chicken. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Pasta Bake with Chicken is a great addition to your recipe collection. Whether you’re hosting or just looking for something tasty to make, this one fits the bill perfectly.
Get the Recipe: Pasta Bake with Chicken

Pesto Pasta Salad

A bowl of farfalle pasta mixed with red bell peppers, green beans, sun-dried tomatoes, and a green herb sauce—a perfect choice for easy pasta recipes.
Pesto Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Pesto Pasta Salad is a great addition to your recipe collection. Whether you’re hosting or just looking for something tasty to make, this one fits the bill perfectly.
Get the Recipe: Pesto Pasta Salad

Pizza Pasta Salad

A white plate filled with penne pasta, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and herbs in a light sauce—perfect inspiration for your next pasta recipes.
Pizza Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Pizza Pasta Salad is a great addition to your recipe collection. Whether you’re hosting or just looking for something tasty to make, this one fits the bill perfectly.
Get the Recipe: Pizza Pasta Salad

Chicken Bacon Pasta Salad

Chicken Bacon Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Chicken bacon pasta salad is one of those go-to dishes that’s always a hit. The smoky bacon brings big flavor, and when it’s paired with tender chicken, sharp cheddar, juicy tomatoes, and fresh herbs, it takes a simple pasta salad to the next level. A light red wine vinegar dressing ties it all together without any mayo, letting every fresh and savory bite shine through.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Bacon Pasta Salad

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