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    23 Simple Creamy Pasta Dinners You'll Love

    Published: Mar 7, 2026 by Emmeline Kemperyd · post_comments]

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    Creamy pasta dishes are a comforting staple that can be whipped up in no time. With just a few ingredients, you can create rich and satisfying meals that are perfect for any occasion. From classic Alfredo to inventive variations, these 22 easy recipes will help you bring a touch of creaminess to your dinner table.

    Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Baked Mac and Cheese is simple to prepare and only takes about 55 minutes from start to finish. With a mix of Cheddar and Gruyere, this dish is loaded with cheesy goodness and flavor.

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    Creamy Pesto Pasta

    Creamy pesto pasta topped with cherry tomatoes.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This creamy pesto pasta is quick to make with just three ingredients and takes only 10 minutes to prepare. The bright pesto sauce combined with Greek yogurt creates a simple and satisfying meal.

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    Salmon Crème Fraîche Pasta

    Salmon Crème Fraîche Pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This salmon pasta with crème fraîche and lemon is quick to prepare and packed with flavor, making it a great choice for any weeknight dinner. Using either fresh or frozen salmon, the crème fraîche adds a light touch, perfect for enjoying any time of the year.

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    Pink Pasta Sauce with Bacon

    Pink pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    A rich and creamy tomato sauce with a kick, combined with crispy bacon, creates a delicious dish. This is a great option for a satisfying meal.

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    Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole

    Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Chenee Today.

    Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole is a simple and delicious dish that everyone will love. Packed with two kinds of cheese, crispy bacon, and tender pasta in a creamy ranch sauce, this is a great meal for any night.

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    Company Casserole

    Company Casserole (Ground Beef Pasta Casserole)
    Photo Credit: Neighbor Food Blog.

    Company Casserole features ground beef and pasta in a rich, creamy tomato sauce that's loaded with cheese. It's easy to prepare ahead of time and is sure to please both kids and adults, making it a great choice for busy weeknights or gatherings.

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    Broccoli Chicken Pasta Casserole

    Broccoli Chicken Pasta Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Healthy Fitness Meals.

    Broccoli Chicken Pasta Casserole is a great choice for a weeknight meal. It's filling, cheesy, and loaded with veggies and tender chicken, making it a simple and satisfying dish.

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     Smoked Mac and Cheese

    Smoked Mac and Cheese.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This smoked mac and cheese is quick to prepare and then cooks on the grill for about an hour. It's a delicious and easy dish that's perfect for any gathering.

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    Italian Noodle Casserole

    Italian Noodle Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    This easy Italian noodle casserole is a comforting dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy. It's perfect for busy weeknights or Sunday dinners, featuring layers of cheese and savory flavors that appeal to both kids and adults.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo

    Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo.
    Photo Credit: Fit As a Mama Bear.

    This creamy chicken dish is sure to be a hit with your family. It's simple to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

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    Baked Ziti

    Baked Ziti.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    This dish is all about comfort and satisfaction. With pasta, meat, sausage, tomato sauce, and plenty of cheese, Super Deluxe Baked Ziti is perfect for feeding a crowd and is sure to please everyone.

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    Pasta Rosa

    20 Minute Pasta Rosa.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Penne pasta is cooked just right and mixed with a smooth tomato cream sauce and fresh baby spinach. It's topped with grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.

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    Smoked Salmon & Spinach Pasta

    Salmon spinach pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta dish is quick to prepare and packed with the flavors of smoked salmon and lemon. It's a meal you'll want to make again and again.

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    Sun-dried Tomato Chicken Pasta

    A skillet of pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta is loaded with flavor from sun-dried tomatoes and herbs, making it a tasty option for dinner. It uses simple ingredients, so you can whip it up without much effort.

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    Ricotta Spinach Tortellini Bake

    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    Make this delicious tortellini bake in under 30 minutes, following just a few simple steps. It's loaded with two types of cheese and lots of spinach for a comforting, cheesy, dinner that's still full of good stuff. Perfect for weeknight dinners, or any time you need a quick meal!

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    Cheesy Pizza Pasta Bake

    Pizza pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Two Healthy Kitchens.

    This pizza pasta bake is perfect for busy nights when you need something simple and satisfying. With no need to precook the pasta, you can have it ready for the oven in just a few minutes, and the cheesy, pizza flavors will please everyone at the table.

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    Creamy Chicken Pasta with Red Wine & Mushrooms

    Red wine chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Creamy Chicken Pasta is ready in just 30 minutes and is always a hit. With rich flavors from red wine, mushrooms, and thyme, it's a simple dinner that's great for leftovers the next day.

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    Crème Fraîche Carbonara

    Fake carbonara.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This creamy pasta dish is a delicious twist on the classic carbonara, packed with even more flavor. It's a great option for a satisfying meal that doesn't require much work.

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    Shrimp Carbonara

    Shrimp carbonara.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Shrimp Carbonara is a quick and tasty take on the classic Italian pasta dish. It combines the creamy goodness of traditional Carbonara with succulent shrimp, creating a satisfying meal that's easy to prepare.

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    Cheesy Steak Pasta Casserole

    Cheesy Steak Pasta Casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This dish combines creamy steak and mushroom pasta with a cheesy casserole. The result is a delicious, cozy yet elegant, dinner done in just 45 minutes. Make it in an oven-safe skillet for a one-pan meal that will save you dishes!

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    Instant Pot Fettucine Alfredo

    A bowl of fettuccini alfredo.
    Photo credit: Piping Pot Curry.

    This pasta dish is creamy and full of flavor. It's a simple one-pot meal that practically cooks on its own.

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    Cheesy Baked Tortellini

    Cheesy Baked Tortellini.
    Photo Credit: Cooking My Dreams.

    Cheesy Baked Tortellini is a comforting dish that brings together tortellini pasta, gooey mozzarella, a creamy white sauce, and a flavorful tomato sauce, all topped with a crunchy Parmesan crust. This baked casserole is great for satisfying cravings and is sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Creamy Chicken Pasta with Feta Cheese

    Creamy feta cheese chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Feta cheese adds a delicious twist to creamy pasta sauces. This dish is perfect for a comforting meal any night of the week.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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