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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    18 Chicken Pasta Dinners That Make Weeknights So Much Easier

    By Emmeline Kemperyd updated February 25, 2026 · Published March 19, 2026 · Leave a Comment

    Chicken pasta dishes are a great way to make weeknight dinners quick and satisfying. With a variety of flavors and ingredients, these recipes can easily fit into your busy schedule while still providing a hearty meal. From creamy sauces to fun new flavor combos, there's a chicken pasta recipe for everyone.

    Creamy Chicken Pasta with Red Wine & Mushrooms

    Red wine chicken pasta.
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    Creamy Chicken Pasta is a quick and tasty dish that you can whip up in just 30 minutes. With flavors from red wine, mushrooms, and thyme, it's a great choice for busy weeknights and works well as leftovers for lunch.

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    Brown Butter + Sage Chicken Penne Pasta

    Brown Butter + Sage Chicken Penne Pasta
    Photo Credit: Buy This Cook That.

    This dinner features brown butter and sage, creating a comforting and flavorful meal that's easy to make. It's a wholesome option that will quickly become a favorite for busy weeknights.

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    Coconut Lime Chicken Pasta

    Coconut Lime Chicken Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Craft Cookbook.

    Coconut Lime Chicken & Pasta is a fun take on regular pasta dishes that's perfect for busy weeknights. The zesty coconut lime sauce gives it a refreshing kick, and it can be on your table in about 30 minutes.

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    Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta Casserole

    Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta Casserole.
    Photo credit: Three Olives Branch.

    Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is an easy pasta bake that brings together the classic flavors of the beloved dish. It features pasta in a creamy cheese sauce with ham and chicken, all topped with a crunchy breadcrumb layer.

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    Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

    Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Prepare a tasty chicken pasta dish in less than 30 minutes, featuring creamy alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked noodles. This comforting meal is ideal for busy weeknights and will surely please everyone at the table.

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    Fried Green Curry Spaghetti

    A bowl of fried spaghetti with green curry.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Thai curry spaghetti is a delicious mix of flavors that you'll want to make often. It's a great option for your weekly meals.

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    Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

    Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    A quick and tasty chicken spaghetti casserole comes together with bell peppers, rotisserie chicken, and a cheesy sauce in under 45 minutes. This is a great dish for busy weeknights when you want a filling meal without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Sundried Tomato Pasta with Chicken

    Sundried Tomato Pasta with Chicken
    Photo credit: always use butter

    Sundried Tomato Pasta with Chicken is a quick and delicious meal that you can prepare in just 20 minutes. The creamy sauce is full of flavor from crème fraîche, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs, making it perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

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    Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo

    Chicken alfredo on a plate.
    Photo credit: Corrie Cooks.

    Enjoy tender chicken combined with delicious penne pasta. A quick and tasty Alfredo pasta is perfect for busy weeknights.

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    Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake

    sun-dried tomato pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This chicken pasta is loaded with cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach, creating a filling and easy meal. It's perfect for busy weeknights when you need something quick and delicious.

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    Pesto Chicken Pasta

    Pesto Chicken Pasta
    Photo Credit: The Toasty Kitchen.

    Pesto Chicken Pasta is an easy meal that comes together with just five simple ingredients. It features bow tie pasta, chicken, and a flavorful pesto sauce.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta

    Buffalo chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Buffalo Chicken Pasta is a quick and delicious dish that combines spicy buffalo sauce and tangy blue cheese with pasta and chicken. This is a satisfying meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.

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    Chicken Noodle Casserole

    A plate of chicken noodle casserole.
    Photo credit: An Edible Mosaic.

    Chicken Noodle Casserole is a comforting dish filled with chicken, vegetables, and noodles in a creamy sauce. It's an affordable meal that you can customize with whatever ingredients you have on hand.

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    Kung Pao Spaghetti

    Kung Pao Spaghetti.
    Photo credit: Spice Cravings.

    Kung Pao Spaghetti offers a fun spin on your favorite Chinese takeout, mixing pasta, chicken, and vegetables in an easy homemade sauce. It's a quick and satisfying meal, topped with peanuts and spring onions, ideal for busy weeknights.

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    Creamy Baked Cheesy Chicken Pasta

    Creamy Baked Cheesy Chicken Pasta.
    Photo Credit: A Taste of Madness.

    This casserole is simple to prepare and packed with flavor. With two kinds of cheese, it's a cozy dinner option that everyone will enjoy.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

    Buffalo chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake is easy to whip up and takes less than an hour to finish. Loaded with buffalo sauce, spinach, and plenty of cheese, it's a delicious option for busy weeknights.

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    Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad

    chicken pesto pasta salad.
    Photo credit: Barley & Sage.

    This chicken pesto pasta salad is perfect for busy nights. With creamy pesto, grilled chicken, spinach, and tomatoes, it's a fresh and filling meal that comes together in under 20 minutes.

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish is loaded with chicken and broccoli, creating a filling meal that's great for busy weeknights. You'll also have some delicious leftovers to enjoy later!

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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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