76 Easy Pasta Dinners The Whole Family Will Love

Chicken Pasta Salad

Packed with protein and veggiesthis chicken pasta salad combines fusillirotisserie chickenbaconCheddarand cherry tomatoes in a creamy dressing for a fuss-free family-friendly dinner that comes together in no time.

Butternut Squash Pasta

One-Pot Spaghetti

The rich flavors of browned beefgarlictomato saucechili powderoreganoand Parmesan come together—in just one pot—for a heartysatisfying dish.

Cowboy Spaghetti

Smoky and savoryCowboy Spaghetti is the perfect fridge and pantry clean-out type of dish—throw in whatever produce you have (peppersonionscelery) and canned goods (tomatoesbeansand veggies).

Buttered Noodles

It doesn't get easier—or tastier—than buttered noodles. Whether you dress them up or downthere's just something so comforting about how pastabuttercheesesaltand pepper all come together to make something extraordinairy.

Cacio E Pepe

Busy weeknight? This delicious Italian dish comes together with just 20 minutes of hands-on time and 30 minutes total. We guarantee it will become a regular in your weekday dinner rotation.

Tortellini Pasta Salad

Tortellini pasta provides decadent little pockets of cheeseand pepperoncinisbrineand a modest little pinch of sugar make this freshItalian- dressing super Southern. Genoa salamispinachand plenty of veggies make it filling for a main dish.

Cheeseburger Pasta

Cheeseburger pasta is full of nostalgic flavorand still quick enough to make for a weeknight. Our take on this classic meal comes together in just one pan—no need to boil water separately for the pasta.

Spaghetti Pie

Cooked in a cast iron skilletSpaghetti Pie has all the delicious elements of lasagna—creamy ricottasavory sausagebright tomato sauceand that burnishedgooey-crisp cap of mozzarella—without the fuss of layering the ingredients in a casserole dish. 

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

The savory richness is balanced by the smoky sweetness of the cornthe raw bite of the red onionand the brininess of the pickled jalapeño and its liquid. The ancho chile powder adds a nice smoky heat to finish off this Mexican-inspired pasta dish.

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

This chicken Caesar pasta salad features the iconic chicken Caesar taste along with sweettangy bursts of tomatocrunchy romaine lettuceand tender rotisserie chicken. It's all dressed in a creamy Caesar dressingbrightened and amplified by fresh lemon juice and black pepper.

Pepperoni Pasta Salad

With fresh onionbell pepperand basilplus briny olives and Italian salad dressingthis pasta salad hits the incredible combination of savoryslightly sweetand well-seasoned. 

Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad

Sun-dried tomatoes infuse a vibrant tomato flavor into this pasta saladby way of a pesto made with pine nuts and Parmesan cheese. Tossed with farfalleit's a satisfying side dish. 

Lemon Chicken Pasta

Lemon chicken is a weeknight favoriteand this recipe makes the combo even more filling with the addition of pasta.

Green Chile Mac And Cheese With Chicken

One surefire way to make your mac and cheese even more craveable is to add green chiles.

Pasta with Burst Tomatoes and Mascarpone

Burst tomatoes really shine in this pasta dishwhich balances them with dollops of creamy mascarpone cheese.

Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Chickenpenneand cream sauce come together to create an all-star dinner casserole.

Beef Stroganoff

Sirloin beef tips and egg noodles combine to make the most comforting and special dinnertime dish.

Ham and Noodle Casserole

Whether you want to serve it up for dinner or make it to freeze for laterthis noodle casserole comes together in 45 minutes.

Mac and Cheese with Ham

Add some ham to mac and cheese to turn the classic side into a dinner-worthy casserole.

Ravioli Lasagna

Swap your sheets of pasta for squares of ravioli to make your next batch of lasagna even more delicious.

Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

Although this recipe only takes 30 minutesit tastes like a gourmet meal. The creamy sauce is comforting and packs a little bit of heat (hence the cowboy name). Pair with your favorite weeknight side and dinner is served.

Creamy Andouille Pasta

Cajun flavors get the spotlight in this creamy dish that's enriched with Andouille sausage and perfectly cooked pasta.

Shrimp Alfredo

Add some seafood to your weeknight dinner with this incredibly simple shrimp Alfredo recipe. It's delectable and perfect for a spring supper.

One-Pan Garlic-Butter Shrimp with Orzo

Buttery pasta makes the perfect bed for succulent shrimp in this quick orzo-based recipe.

Chicken Alfredo Lasagna

We recommend shredding your cheese for this Alfredo lasagna to make sure it melts completely. Pre-shredded cheese won't melt as well due to the anti-caking agent coated on it. Store any leftovers you may have in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Baked Ziti

Perfect for a family weeknight mealthis cheesy ziti casserole makes eight servings and comes together in just about an hour. Serve alongside a simple tossed salad for a delicious well-rounded meal.

Chicken-and-Broccoli Pasta Bake

Ready in just 35 minutesthis comforting pasta dish is a great way to sneak in some veggies.

Baked Ziti with Chicken

Instead of ground beefthis new version of classic baked ziti calls for store-bought rotisserie chicken.

Baked Tortellini Alfredo With Mushrooms

A quick broil just before removing your skillet from the oven will give you a bubblygolden-brown finish.

Beefy Baked Ravioli with Spinach and Cheese

Refrigerated ravioli helps dinner come together in just 35 minutes.

Buttermilk Alfredo Chicken Spinach Pasta

Although this recipe calls for rigatoniyou can use whatever type of pasta you have on hand.

Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs

You can cook every component for a classic spaghetti and meatball dinner in just one pot thanks to your multi-cooker.

Shrimp and Burst Cherry Tomato Pasta

High-heat cooking cherry tomatoes releases their natural juices to form a flavorful sauce. Quick-cooking shrimp means everything is ready in less than 30 minutes.

Baked Ziti with Sausage

We used three types of cheese to make sure this baked ziti is oh-so-cheesy.

Pasta with Shrimp and Tomato Cream Sauce

You're just 25 minutes away from dinnertime bliss. We recommend using fresh shrimpnot frozenfor the best flavor.

One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta

You need just one pot and 35 minutes to get this fajita pasta dinner on the table.

Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake

Freshen up your tried-and-true pasta casserole with bright green kale. A creamy sauce keeps this 30-minute pasta bake feeling appropriately cheesy and indulgent.

Muffuletta Pasta Salad

What's not to love about this meaty and cheesy pasta salad based on a beloved New Orleans sandwich? It serves eight and only takes 25 minutes of active time.

Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables

Have some surplus from your farmers' market haul? Add your extra produce to this catch-allsummery baked ziti.

Quick and Easy Spaghetti Bolognese

Have a pack of ground beef on hand? Make this easy Spaghetti Bolognese your go-to dinner solution.

Skillet-Toasted Gnocchi with Peas

A stunning dish of gnocchi is shockingly easy to make – just pick up a package of the potato pasta at the grocery store and toss it in your skillet.

Pasta-Chicken-Broccoli Bake

Tortellinichickenbroccolibutter crackersand pecans compose this casserole that bursts with flavor and texture.

One-Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo

This recipe uses Cajun seasoningfresh garlicand Parmesan cheese to deliver plenty of flavor in just one pot.

Million Dollar Spaghetti

Any dish with "million dollar" in the name has to be gooddon't you think? This spaghetti recipe takes the classic up more notches than we can count.

Summer Orzo Salad

Let this dish fill your summer with orzo salad that's packed with the flavors of the season.

Southern Pimiento Mac and Cheese

Mac and cheese is made even taster by the addition of Southern-favorite pimiento.

Tuscan Pasta With Tomato-Basil Cream

The tomato-basil cream really makes this indulgent pasta recipe one to remember.

Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

Think you can only make spaghetti with beef? Think againand then make our fan-favorite chicken spaghetti casserole for an easy weeknight dinner.

Pasta Primavera With Shrimp

Pasta primavera is a weeknight favoriteand we like it best when paired with plumpquick-cooking shrimp.

Classic Chicken Tetrazzini

Perfect for potlucksthis bake-and-take tetrazzini casserole uses vermicelli as a pasta base.

Chicken Tortellini Salad

If you'd like your pasta with a bit of nutritious greeneryturn to this tortellini-studded salad recipe.

Broccoli Pesto Pasta

Broccoli gets an infusion of flavor thanks to the addition of herby green pesto in this simple recipe.

Greek Baked Ziti

Few dishes are as satisfying as a baked zitiand this one is an excellent one for your weeknight rotation.

French Onion Pasta

This recipe takes all the flavor you love in French onion soup and puts it into a delectable pasta recipe.

BroccoliGrapeAnd Pasta Salad

If you're looking for a classiceasy pasta saladyou can't do better than this onewhich adds broccoli for crunch and grapes for sweetness.

Tuna Noodle Casserole

Tuna Noodle Casserole is a tried-and-true favorite. Generations agree: It's what's for dinner tonight.

Buffalo Chicken Casserole

The flavor profile that will satisfy everyone from kids to the grandparentsbuffalo chicken gets an easy upgrade in this casserole preparation.

Fettuccine With Collards And Bacon

Bacon and collards are a perfect pairingand this recipe really does them justice.

Our Best Lasagna

Everyone needs a go-to lasagna recipeand this is ours. It's the most classic of all the traditional preparations.

Sloppy Joe Casserole

The camp-classic Sloppy Joe is transformed into the most family-pleasing casserole in this recipe.

Pimiento Cheese Chicken-Broccoli Casserole

The weeknight-favorite chicken-broccoli casserole gets a touch of unexpected flavor with the addition of pimiento in this recipe.

Spinach-Artichoke Dip Pasta

Spinach-artichoke dip is a favorite appetizerso why not make it for dinner? This is a pasta bake that's equally rich and light from the creams and vegetables. It's baked for extra creaminess with a slight crust on top.

Church Supper Spaghetti

If it's popular for church suppersyou know it has to be good. With spaghettifrozen peasfrozen cornand a host of other fresh veggiesit's filling and can feed a crowd too.

Butternut Squash Lasagna

This recipe relies on butternut squash for structurebut it also uses no-boil lasagna noodles to make things even easier.

Vanessa's Make-Ahead Beefy Lasagna

A container of refrigerated pesto adds distinctive flavor to this basic beef-and-cheese lasagnaand the unbaked lasagna can be frozen for up to three months.

Pizza Spaghetti Casserole

It's amazing what you can do with a jar of pasta sauce and packet of pepperoni. This casserole combines two family favorites.

Chicken-and-Broccoli Skillet Pasta

From the stove to the oven to the tableyou can cook and serve this pasta dish all in one skillet.

Barbecue Mac and Cheese

What's better than mac and cheese? Mac and cheese enriched with all the barbecue flavors you love.

Beefy Skillet Lasagna

While we're often partial to an oven-safe-dish-baked lasagnausing a cast-iron skillet can help make your edges even crispier.

Spaghetti Casserole

Southerners love our casserolesand it doesn't get much easier than this Spaghetti Casserole.

Shrimp and Peas with Farfalle

You'll swoon over the lemony breadcrumbs that top this dish. If you're looking to save even more timeskip the fresh English peas and opt for frozen peas that have been thawed instead.

Meatball Pasta Bake

While they may not be the usual ingredientsorange juice and fennel add a bright flavor to this pasta bake.

Home Ground Beef Casserole

Egg noodles serve at the base for a simple ground beef mixture that the whole family will love.

Spinach Ravioli Lasagna

This top-rated spinach-ravioli lasagna uses convenience itemslike store-bought pesto saucejarred Alfredo sauceand frozen cheese-filled raviolito deliver a delicious main dish with little time and effort on your part.

Creamy Pesto-and-Shrimp Penne with Peas

Convenience items like pre-peeled shrimpfrozen peasand store-bought pesto help this filling pasta dish come together in under 30 minutes.