18 Pasta Dishes That Will Make You Say ‘Mamma Mia!’

Pasta night just got an upgrade! These irresistible recipes bring bold flavors, creamy sauces, and perfect pairings straight to your table. Craving classic Italian favorites, spicy twists, or hearty, comforting bowls? This collection has something for everyone. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a special occasion, these pasta dishes are so good, you’ll be going back for seconds—and maybe even thirds. Grab your fork and get ready to twirl into pasta perfection!

Penne Arrabbiata with Chili Crisp

This is the simplest but most delicious dinner you will ever make for your family. With only a few ingredients it is the ultimate in flavor and comfort. Arrabbiata means “angry” in Italian so you know this one is spicy!
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Lemon Garlic Pasta

This easy recipe for lemon garlic pasta comes together in 20 minutes and only requires a few simple ingredients, perfect for weeknights!
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Creamy Prawn Linguine

This Creamy Prawn Linguine is so delicious! Prawns are cooked to perfection and bathed in a flavoursome creamy garlic and lemon sauce.
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Shrimp Penne Pasta

Need a quick, easy dinner recipe in under 30 minutes? Shrimp Penne Pasta is what you need! Pasta tossed in a rich garlic sauce is always a hit.
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Creamy Cajun Salmon Alfredo Pasta

This Cajun salmon Alfredo pasta has creamy sauce with Cajun blackened salmon, red peppers, sun dried tomatoes, mushrooms, and spinach.
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Easy Shrimp Linguine

This classic Italian dish pairs linguine noodles with shrimp and a delicious lemon, garlic and herb sauce. Shrimp linguine is light but satisfying and it’s also easy to make. There are only 8 different ingredients in this shrimp linguine recipe, or 9 if you want a parmesan cheese garnish.
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Italian Penne Rosa Pasta

If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, try making this one-pot Penne Rosa Pasta with a creamy tomato sauce. This comforting and filling Italian dish is both tasty and satisfying and perfect for those who love a little spice in their meal.
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Orecchiette With Chicken Sausage

Orecchiette with chicken sausage and asparagus is a tasty combination of pasta, chicken sausage with fresh asparagus and Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top.
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Chicken Fajita Pasta

Chicken Fajita Pasta is a medley of Mexican flavours combined with marinated chicken, crisp peppers and a lime cilantro vinaigrette.
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American Chop Suey

American chop suey is a delicious dish that’s popular in the New England region. Also known as American goulash, this dish is meaty and tasty.
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Creamy Lemon Basil Pasta

Dive into the irresistible flavors of this creamy lemon basil pasta, with a velvety cream tangy lemon juice and fresh basil.
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Crockpot Parmesan Garlic Chicken Pasta

Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta combines tender chicken and rotini in a creamy, garlicky sauce for an irresistibly delicious dinner.
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Easy Cajun Salmon Pasta

Cajun Salmon Pasta is spicy, tender salmon, fresh spinach, and penne pasta tossed in a flavorful creamy, tomato, and parmesan-based sauce.
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Tortellini Carbonara

Sometimes a rich, indulgent pasta is exactly what you need to hit the spot. This easy Tortellini Carbonara has a homemade creamy sauce made from eggs and parmesan and the bacon scattered throughout provides the perfect amount of saltiness. Plus, with pre-made tortellini, the dish comes together in just 20 minutes.
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Meatball Pasta Bake

What’s more decadent than pasta smothered in velvety truffle-parmesan cream sauce? It’s so good, you’ll want to eat it straight from the pan!
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Lasagna al Forno

This lasagna al forno is an authentic Italian dish bursting with rich meaty flavors, homemade bechamel sauce, veggies, and more.
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Creamy Salmon Pasta

This halloumi cheese stroganoff recipe can be made vegetarian and is the perfect creamy, quick dinner to pack protein into your diet!
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Stuffed Rigatoni Pasta Pie

You’re going to love this delicious pasta pie recipe if you love Italian flavors. The combo of beef, tomatoes, herbs, pasta… it’s too good!
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