15 Quick and Easy Pasta Recipes You’ll Love

Here at Hungry Blonde we take our pasta recipes *very* seriously. And that means making the most delicious, versatile, and satisfying dishes, all of which can be ready in under 30 minutes. So, why not make one of these easy pasta recipes for dinner tonight?

Welcome to Hungry Blonde Round Ups! This where I round up some of my simplest, most popular, and most delicious recipes — all in one place (:

Why I Love Quick & Easy Pasta Recipes

Now, I always strive to make recipes that everyone can enjoy. So, this list of the quick and easy pasta recipes is full of meals that can be made gluten-free, dairy-free, and even Keto-friendly. So, if you thought that pasta wasn’t a dish for every diet, then these recipes will prove you wrong. I’ve got creamy pastas, spicy pastas, comfort food pastas, and more. Plus, they are all ready in under 30 minutes, which means they are the ideal weeknight dinner!

1: Everything Bagel Mac & Cheese

Everything Bagel Seasoning is a powerhouse that elevates *any* meal. This recipe for Everything Bagel Mac and Cheese take only a few ingredients to make — but you’d never guess from the creamy, decadent, and bold flavor of it. Plus, it can be made dairy and gluten free!

2: One-Pan Spinach & Artichoke Chicken Pasta

So, I have no doubt that this One Pan Spinach & Artichoke Chicken Pasta is going to be your new favorite weeknight dinner. It’s hearty, delicious, comforting, packed with protein and gluten-free! It’s also ready in under 30 minutes. 

3: Avocado Pesto Pasta

Now, this Avocado Pesto Pasta is not only incredibly satisfying and rich, but it’s also loaded with nutrients and protein. Even though it’s a thicker sauce, the inclusion of pesto makes it feel light and refreshing. In fact, this pasta dish can also be turned into a cold pasta salad, making it the perfect meal prep dish or addition to your next BBQ!

4: Plant-Based One Pot Taco Pasta

Let my recipe for Plant-Based One Pot Taco Pasta take the guesswork out of dinner. In general, no one wants to spend a *super* long time making their weeknight dinner. Well, this pasta dish is ready in under 30 minutes. In addition, it’s completely customizable, with tons of options for toppings!

5: Vegan Fettuccine Alfredo

If you had asked me one dish I never thought could be made healthier, then my answer would have been Fettuccine Alfredo. How could I possibly recreate that rich, silky magic without tons of butter and cream? Well, somehow, this Vegan Fettuccine Alfredo manages to do just that. Now, the secret is in the sauce, but I won’t reveal it here (;

6: Spicy Garlic Parmesan Lentil Pasta

In truth, this recipe for Spicy Garlic Parmesan Lentil Pasta couldn’t be easier. It’s basically buttered noodles, but taken to the next level. Now, the lentil pasta is not a *must* here, but it does add a nice dose of protein to the dish! If you haven’t tried lentil pasta, then I highly recommend giving it a go with this recipe.

7: Dairy-Free Spicy Rigatoni

If you’re a pasta connoisseur (or New Yorker), then you might’ve heard of this *little* place Carbone… which happens to have one of the most famous pasta dishes — their Spicy Rigatoni. Well, I decided it was about time to make a Vegan Spicy Rigatoni a la Carbone. Now, my version is creamy, dreamy, and so simple with just 6 main ingredients.

8: Gluten-Free Mac & Cheese

This Gluten-Free Mac & Cheese puts a healthy twist on a favorite comfort food. When it comes to macaroni and cheese, I know you can’t sacrifice flavor or richness…and you definitely can’t sacrifice cheesiness ;). So, when I tell you that you are absolutely going to love this – and probably not even be able to tell it’s healthier – you know I mean it!

9: Creamy Tomato Spaghetti

Creamy Tomato Pasta sauce is so luscious — thanks to the sauce, which has a great zing from the tomato and saltiness from the ricotta. Plus, all you need is a few ingredients, one pot, and 15 minutes to make it! Now, just because this recipe is simple doesn’t mean it lacks in flavor. It’s super satisfying, especially with the addition of an animal and plant-based protein

10: Vegan Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese

If you’ve never made vegan cheese sauce using butternut squash, then you’re missing out. Now, I *know* it sounds a bit odd, but trust me on this one. The butternut squash makes this cheese sauce super creamy (which is exactly how we like it!). If you don’t want to use the squash, then there are other vegetable options that will give a similar flavor profile — and I outline them all in my recipe for Vegan Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese!

11: One Pan Caprese Gnocchi

What’s better than a dinner that only uses one pan, 5 ingredients, and less than 30 minutes of your time? Nothing! The secret to this One Pan Caprese Gnocchi is to get those gnocchi’s *really* crispy (I show you how here). In addition, this recipe can be made Keto-friendly by using cauliflower gnocchi!

12: Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Creamy Garlic Parmesan

Want to take your dinner to the next level? Then you need to make this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Crispy Artichokes. The combination of this decadent sauce, the slightly sweet gnocchi, and the salty, crispy artichoke hearts is out of this world. Plus, it can be made gluten-free!

13: Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta

My recipe for Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta is going to be your new repeat meal. It’s hearty, creamy, and can easily be made gluten-free. Plus, the whole family will love it. And it’ll be on the table in under an hour!

14: High Protein Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese

My buffalo chicken dip—whether it be the classic or the skinny version—is one of my most viral and top rated recipes. Now, we all know how I feel about any and all things pasta. It only seemed natural then, to combine the two and create this healthy(ish) High Protein Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese that the entire family will love.

15: One Pot French Onion Pasta

It was about time I made a pasta-version of my favorite soup (French Onion, of course!). One Pot French Onion Pasta is comfort food at its finest — and easiest. Believe it or not this dish takes less than one hour to make, but you’d never know from how much flavor is packed in. It can also be made gluten-free!

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As always if you make any of these Easy Pasta Recipes or any of my other recipes, be sure to tag me on Instagram @hungry.blonde so I can see how it turned out! xoxo GG

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