Need a dinner-time hero? These 13 mouthwatering chicken pasta recipes are perfect for busy weeknights! From cheesy, creamy dishes to one-pot wonders, each recipe is packed with flavor and ready in 30 minutes or less. Whether you’re using the Instant Pot or keeping it simple, these kid-friendly meals are anything but bland—and sure to become your new go-to weeknight favorites. Perfect for busy moms who want delicious, no-fuss meals the whole family will love!
Baked Ziti with Chicken
This Baked Ziti with Chicken is packed with flavor and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinner or entertaining guests. Made with ground chicken and creamy ricotta, it is an easy chicken pasta recipe.
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Chicken Veggie Meatballs
Baked Chicken Veggie Meatballs are made using carrot and cauliflower and then oven-baked to perfection. They’re a fantastic way to sneak in vegetables for picky eaters! Enjoy them served alongside spaghetti, in sandwiches, or on their own with marinara.
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Cheesy Instant Pot Chicken Pasta
This Instant Pot Chicken Pasta is a reader favorite! All the flavors of chicken parmesan are combined with pasta, to make the easiest instant pot meal, that is ready in under 30 minutes. So so good!
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Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
This Chicken Broccoli Alfredo is easily made in one pot and is on the table in under 30 minutes. Aldente penne pasta, succulent chicken and tender broccoli smothered in a silky creamy, ultra luxurious alfredo sauce makes a complete meal perfect for busy weeknights that your whole family will love.
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Ground Chicken Pasta
This Ground Chicken Pasta is a simple, 30-minute dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Penne pasta and ground chicken are cooked together using jarred sauce, for an effortless meal. No stock!
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Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta
This Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta features penne pasta smothered in a buttery cream sauce infused with basil pesto, and juicy chicken. It’s indulgent but not ridiculously rich and is ready in 30 minutes.
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Chicken Pasta Salad
This Chicken Pasta Salad is packed with flavor, texture and is irresistible! Leftover chicken is seared until crispy golden brown, and then tossed in a creamy pesto sauce along with penne pasta, cherry tomatoes and toasted pecans – A terrific combination of flavors and is ready in under 30 minutes.
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Chicken Mushroom Pasta
This Chicken Mushroom Pasta is ready in under 30 minutes. Aldente pasta is smothered in a lusciously creamy pink sauce and is loaded with chunks of tender chicken and buttery mushrooms. It is indulgent but not ridiculously rich. Swap out cream for coconut milk for a healthier twist!
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Lemon Chicken Pasta
This Lemon Chicken Pasta recipe is creamy, garlicky, zesty, super flavorful and is ready in under 30 minutes. It is made without wine for a family friendly meal. So so good!
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Chicken Vodka Pasta
This Chicken Vodka Pasta is thick, luxurious and is ready in 30 minutes. It is fast and will please everyone at the diner table. Skip vodka to make it family friendly!
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Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake
Creamy Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake is made with chunks of chicken, your favorite pasta, broccoli all wrapped up in a creamy Alfredo sauce. Make this cheesy casserole ahead of time and pop in the oven before dinner.
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Spicy Chicken Pasta
Spicy Chicken Pasta Recipe is anything but bland! Toss your favorite noodles in a luscious creamy tomato sauce that is loaded with flavor – A restaurant quality meal ready in about 30 minutes.
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Indian Butter Chicken Pasta
Creamy Butter Chicken Pasta with all the authentic flavors of classic Butter chicken combined with penne pasta for a cozy and comforting weeknight dinner. Indian style chicken pasta for the win!
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