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85+ Pasta Dinner Ideas

By: T Worthey  »  Updated: April 23, 2020  »   View our disclosure policy

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If you are a pasta lover, then you are going to love these easy Pasta Dinner Ideas! Who doesn’t love pasta?! These are easy to make recipes that include a little something for everyone, from meat lovers to vegetarian options or a combination thereof.  Easy pasta dishes are our go-to dinner ideas when we need something quick and delicious! Check out this list of pasta recipes and make one for dinner this week! 

85+ Easy Pasta Dinner Ideas

85+ Easy Pasta Dinner Ideas

Pasta is comfort food for many, including myself. There is just something about the creaminess and the way it can quickly fill you up. Between bread and pasta, these two can be a heavy carb-loaded combination. But oh, so good!  And, should we mention adding cheese – oh my goodness! It is ooey-gooey goodness for sure! Is it any wonder that it is one of my all-time favorite foods? 

There are so literally tons of ways to turn pasta into a complete meal, as you will find in this collection of easy pasta dinner meal ideas. Plus, when we need something quick + easy for dinner, spaghetti, or a quick pasta dish is something we can depend on feeding our boys in a short amount of time. 

 

Easy pasta dinners

This was a hearty and comfort food our family enjoyed. Grab our recipe for Baked Penne Pasta and try it for dinner this week! 

Pasta Dinner Ideas

Here’s another penne pasta dinner idea. Penne pasta dishes are so easy to pull together. This one is super simple, and we added bacon for some extra flavor! Penna Pasta + Peppers & Bacon is a quick and budget-friendly dish! 

Pasta Dinner Ideas

This 30-minute delicious dish is full of pasta and vegetables. If your family is a fan of Brussel Sprouts, then give this recipe a try! BACON BRUSSELS SPROUTS & PASTA

Campanelle Pasta + Sausage, Chicken & Spinach

We’re teaching you How To Make Campanelle Pasta with Sausage, Chicken & Spinach In The Instant Pot. 

pasta dinner ideas

We used frozen meatballs for this pasta dish, making it simple and satisfying. Fettuccine, Winter Pesto & Meatballs

We're celebrating #bratsgiving with a fun twist on the classic crab + shrimp boil foil packets recipe by using pasta with herbs, bratwurst, and fresh veggies. 

Mix up pasta with bratwurst and fresh veggies to make a Grilled Bratwurst Boil + Herb Pasta. 

The Best Baked Spaghetti

Love spaghetti, but want to try something different? Make a casserole. Get the recipe for our Baked Spaghetti Casserole. You can also check out this round-up of Spaghetti recipes to find something new to make for dinner this week! 

Here’s a free Pasta Cookbook you can download to your Kindle (free at the time of posting- the prices on Amazon can change at any time)

Keep reading below for more Pasta Dinner Ideas!

These easy to make Pasta Dinner Meal Ideas include a little something for everyone from meat lovers to vegetarian options or a combination thereof. When you get the tired old question of “what’s for dinner” from your family, why not try one of these easy and yummy pasta recipes?

Easy Pasta Dinner Meal Ideas

If you are a pasta lover, then you are going to love these easy Pasta Dinner Meals Ideas! Who doesn't love pasta?! These are easy to make recipes that include a little something for everyone from meat lovers to vegetarian options or a combination thereof. And, did I mention ooey-gooey cheese?

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Crock Pot Pizza Casserole

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Easy Goulash Recipe (Kid-Friendly)

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Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

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Easy Shrimp Scampi Recipe

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Stuffed Pasta Shells Bake

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Pizza Macaroni & Cheese

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Simple Sausage Pasta Bake

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Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff

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Creamy Sausage Pasta

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One-Pot Whole-Wheat Spring Pasta with Asparagus, Peas and Parmesan

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Lemon Chicken Pasta with Broccoli

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Spicy Chicken Fajita Pasta

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Linguine with Clam Sauce

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French Onion Soup Baked Pasta

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Creamy Chicken Artichoke Pasta

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Easy Cheesy Taco Pasta Bake

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Easy Cheesy Tortellini Al Forno

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Basic Taco Pasta Casserole

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Cajun Chicken and Sausage Pasta

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Penne with Peppers, Capers & Olives

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Pasta with Olive Oil, Garlic and Mushrooms

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Smoked Sausage & Tortellini Skillet

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Basil Pesto Chicken Pasta

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Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce

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Vegan Puttanesca

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Andouille Sausage Pasta Recipe w/ White Beans & Delicata Squash

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Chicken Parmesan Pasta

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Bucatini all’Amatriciana

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Baked Pasta With Ricotta And Spinach

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Vegetable Lo Mein (Quick & Easy)

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Delicious Baked Ziti

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Simple Pasta with Peas

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Bucatini Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes and Basil

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Quick Cajun Shrimp Pasta

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Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower Pasta with Parmesan, Lemon and Garlic

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Sausage, Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells

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Pasta Primavera Recipe with Grilled Chicken

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Beefy Pasta Bake

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Mom's Best Classic Gluten-Free Vegan Baked Ziti (Soy-Free, Easy)

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Creamy Tuscan Tortellini (One-Pan, 20 Minutes!)

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Italian Tomato and Eggplant Skillet Pasta

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Lemony Ricotta Pasta with Zucchini and Arugula

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One-Pan Cheesy Salsa Pasta

Baked Rigatoni with Broccoli & Mozzarella

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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

30-Minute Recipe: Instant Pot Lasagna Soup

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Classic Shrimp Scampi

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Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta Casserole Recipe

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Beef Goulash

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Zucchini Pesto with Salmon Pasta 

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Chicken Cacciatore Made Easy with RAGU Homestyle Sauce

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20-Minute Bow Tie Pasta Alfredo

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Easy One Pot Taco Spaghetti Recipe

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Green Pasta

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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Fettuccine

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Creamy Chicken Mushroom Pasta

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Short Rib Ragu

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Chile Con Queso Pasta Bake

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Instant Pot Chicken Marinara Rotini

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BAKED SPAGHETTI RECIPE (INSANELY DELICIOUS LAYERS JUST LIKE LASAGNA!)

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Pepperoni Pizza Lasagna

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One Skillet Italian Sausage Tortellini Dinner

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5 Ingredient Fettuccine Alfredo

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Presto Pesto Pasta

Beef + Italian Sausage Lasagna With Caramelized Onions

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

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The Very Best Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe

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Easy Tuscan Pasta Salad (5 ingredients)

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Tomato Florentine Soup with Pasta

Instant Pot Minestrone Soup with Ham

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Pasta with Poached Egg & Peas

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Millionaire's Macaroni - Super Luxe Macaroni Cheese Recipe

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Bang Bang Shrimp and Pasta

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Plantain Gnocchi With Four-Cheese Sauce

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Gluten-Free Baked Vegan Bacon Ranch Pasta Skillet (Allergy-Free)

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Bucatini with Amatriciana Sauce

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Quick And Easy Cacio E Pepe Pasta

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Cheesy Vegan Gluten-Free Orzo Stuffed Peppers (Allergy-Free)

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Easy Pasta Carbonara

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Cheeseburger Pasta · Easy Family Recipes

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Asparagus Carbonara

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