38 Chicken Pasta Recipes That Combine Your Two Faves Into One Epic Dish (2024)

You need this go-to in your arsenal. It's the classic pseudo-Italian pasta we just can't seem to get enough of. Of course, there are tons of jarred pasta sauces you can buy, but making Alfredo sauce from scratch is actually so easy.

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If you didn’t grow up with this comfort food, allow us to introduce you to your new favorite easy weeknight dinner. Chicken, spaghetti, and veggies combine with a creamy, cheesy sauce for a baked and bubbling casserole that’s just as perfect for busy weeknights as it is for parties.

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Let the good times roll because this chicken and gnocchi skillet takes you down South to the cuisine of Louisiana. If you're celebrating Mardi Gras or just enjoying a fun dinner, pair this dish with a batch of Hurricanes for total Big Easy vibes.

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We've incorporated Tuscan flavors into countless of our weeknight dinners, including one of our most popular recipes of all time: creamy Tuscan chicken. We turn to this recipe so often, we decided to transform it into a pasta dinner to shake up your dinner rotation

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Aside from a name that's a hoot to say, Chicken Riggies (aka Utica, New York’s pride and joy) has a lot going for it, namely that it's a slightly creamy, spicy, and a bit-sweet pleasure to eat. It’s so good, it might just become a new go-to weeknight dinner.

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The salty goodness of crisped pork belly transfers over to the leaner white meat in this play on chicken Parm. Toasting panko in that same pan leads to an even more flavorful bread crumb topping, complete with a slightly spicy, Italian-seasoned everything bagel spice addition.

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Craving chicken Parm but not in the mood for all the time it requires to prepare this labor of love dish? Opt for our chicken nugget Parmesan casserole instead.

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We've done our fair share of creative takes on chicken Parm, but when we're looking for an extra-cozy version, we turn to this recipe. Filled with everything you love, this soup version is perfect for nights when you're craving the classic, but need something that'll warm up the soul.

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This recipe marries two of our favorite creamy comfort foods, spicy chicken tikka masala and rich, garlicky fettuccine Alfredo. This match made in heaven is a creamy, unique dish that will be ready to serve up in just over an hour!

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If you love this dish from California Pizza Kitchen, you're in for a treat. This easy copycat dinner comes together in minutes and delivers a spicy kick that you might just enjoy more than the OG. Pair it with our BBQ chicken skillet pizza for the full fast-casual experience.

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In a hurry to get a delicious dinner on the table? We made fettuccine Alfredo—one of the most basic recipes around—even more effortless. The key? Cook the chicken from frozen. Then add creamy Alfredo-coated pasta, and bacon for a stress-free weeknight staple that always hits the spot.

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Here, chicken, orzo, spinach, and feta come together into a complete meal that’s quick enough for a weeknight, but beautiful enough to serve to friends at a dinner party. It’s easy and delicious and, best of all, won’t load up your sink with a ton of dishes.

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Few things are more pleasing than a melty, cheesy square of lasagna. This creamy white lasagna, made extra luxurious from a cheesy béchamel-type sauce called Mornay, is packed with chopped chicken, spinach, mushroom, and fresh herbs (and a few time-saving secrets). 😎

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Nothing beats a pasta stuffed with ricotta and chicken and covered in a creamy Alfredo sauce, and this is the perfect representation of that. Let your pasta cool while you make the filling and sauce so that it's easy to handle when you're stuffing the shells.

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Add pesto (you could use store-bought pesto, but we promise, our homemade basil pesto is worth it), sweet cherry tomatoes, and a splash of white wine vinegar for brightness, and you’ve got yourself the perfect simple dinner that comes together in less than 30 minutes!

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This version of a classic is a little lighter than the original beef stroganoff, but still super-flavorful! It's creamy, hearty, and wildly good over a bed of classic egg noodles.

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When you're looking for something comforting and carb-y, nothing fits the bill like a good carbonara. Not only is this one chock-full of a creamy sauce and speckled with crispy bacon, it's also a dish that's easy to cook with ingredients you probably have in your kitchen already.

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Pasta dinners have a reputation for being quick, but let's be honest: Bringing a pot of water to a boil takes forever. Enter this clever no-boil baked chicken pasta, which allows the oven to do the work.

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We all know that spinach-artichoke dip is the best party dip, but adding it to a lasagna? GAME CHANGER. This is our go-to dinner for nights when you want something super-comforting, but also need to sneak in some greens too.

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A Caprese salad will always be a favorite, but it's not the most family-friendly or filling meal. The fix? Adding chicken and turning it into lasagna. Bellissimo!

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