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    17 Quick Pasta Dishes You'll Make on Repeat

    Published: Apr 24, 2026 by Emmeline Kemperyd · post_comments]

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    Pasta is a go-to for quick and satisfying meals, and there are so many ways to prepare it that can really shake up your dinner routine. From creamy sauces to fresh veggies, these 15 pasta dishes are simple to make and packed with flavor. Whether you're in the mood for something light or hearty, there's a recipe here that will fit the bill.

    Marry Me Chicken Pasta

    Marry me chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a quick and tasty dish that you can whip up in just 20 minutes. With a creamy sauce made from simple ingredients like crème fraîche, sun-dried tomatoes, and dried herbs, it's sure to impress everyone at the table.

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    Smoked Salmon & Spinach Pasta

    Salmon spinach pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This hot smoked salmon pasta is a quick and delicious dinner option. With a hint of lemon, it's perfect for busy weeknights.

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    Tortellini Carbonara

    Tortellini carbonara.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Tortellini Carbonara is a quick and easy dish that you can prepare with just 6 simple ingredients. This version gives a fun spin to the classic creamy carbonara by using stuffed tortellini.

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    Fried Green Curry Spaghetti

    Fried spaghetti.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Mixing Thai curry with spaghetti creates a quick and tasty dinner that's sure to become a favorite. This dish is perfect for busy nights when you want something satisfying without a lot of work.

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    Greek Pasta

    Greek Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Greek Pasta features tender noodles mixed with fresh Mediterranean vegetables, all tossed in a creamy feta and herb sauce. It's a delicious and easy meal that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta

    Buffalo chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Buffalo Chicken Pasta combines spicy buffalo sauce, creamy blue cheese, pasta, and tender chicken for a delicious meal. It's a quick and easy option that's perfect for a satisfying dinner.

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    Taco Pasta

    Taco pasta.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This taco pasta is made with ground beef and store bought short cuts like taco sauce and flavored cream cheese for a quick dish that is done easily in just 15 minutes. It's got all the flavors of tacos but in pasta form - less mess, and less stress.

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    Spicy Sausage Pasta

    Spicy sausage pasta.
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    A quick and tasty Spicy Sausage Pasta can be ready in under 15 minutes using just 6 simple ingredients. It combines fresh sausage, garlic, parmesan, bacon, and a bit of spinach for a flavorful meal.

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    Authentic Cacio e Pepe

    cacio e pepe.
    Photo Credit: Urban Farmie.

    This Italian pasta dish is simple and quick to prepare with just a few ingredients. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something delicious without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Cherry Tomato Pasta

    15-minute cherry tomato pasta with spinach and walnuts in a black skillet and in a white bowl topped with burrata, all on a white table decorated with cherry tomatoes on a branch and basil leaves
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    This Cherry Tomato Pasta with spinach and walnuts is a quick and tasty meal that you can whip up in just 15 minutes. Top it off with some mozzarella or burrata cheese for an extra touch of flavor.

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    One-Pot Hummus Pasta

    Hummus pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This creamy hummus pasta is a quick and easy dinner option. You can prepare this delicious vegan dish in just 12 minutes with only 5 simple ingredients, all in one pot.

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    Cajun Alfredo Pasta

    Cajun alfredo pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Enjoy a quick and delicious meal with this Cajun Alfredo Sauce that takes only 15 minutes to prepare. You can use either store-bought or homemade seasoning, and there's no chopping required.

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    Crème Fraîche Carbonara

    Fake carbonara.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Crème Fraîche Carbonara is a tasty take on the classic dish. With bacon and parmesan cheese, it's a quick and easy pasta meal that uses just a few simple ingredients.

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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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    No-Boil Ravioli Casserole

    Ravioli casserole.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish is incredibly easy to prepare. With just four basic ingredients and some ready-made options, you can have it ready in 5 minutes and on the table in under 40.

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    Gorgonzola Tortellini Casserole

    Gorgonzola tortellini casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This tortellini casserole is perfect for anyone who loves cheese and pasta. With a blend of two cheeses, a zesty kick from Gorgonzola, and a satisfying crunch from walnuts, it comes together in under 40 minutes.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad

    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad.
    Photo credit: The Gracious Pantry.

    Buffalo chicken pasta salad is a tasty option for lunch or dinner. It's quick to prepare and packed with flavor.

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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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