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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    19 Dump-And-Bake Pasta Dishes That Require Zero Cooking Skills

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on July 31, 2024, updated August 20, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    If you're looking for easy and delicious meals, dump-and-bake pasta dishes are the way to go. These recipes require no cooking skills and can be made with just a few simple ingredients. Just toss everything together in a baking dish, and let the oven do the work for a satisfying meal.

    Meatball Pasta Bake

    Meatball Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Beyond the Chicken Coop.

    The is an easy dish that cooks everything together, including the pasta. Just mix frozen meatballs, mozzarella cheese, penne pasta, and your favorite marinara sauce for a tasty meal.

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    Cajun Chicken Pasta Casserole

    Cajun chicken pasta casserole.
    Photo credit: Practically Homemade.

    This cajun casserole is super easy to prepare and you won't even need to boil the pasta. The creamy sauce that forms while it bakes makes all the difference!

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    Vegetarian Ravioli Bake

    Ravioli bake.
    Image credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This is a simple and satisfying option for a cozy family dinner. With its cheesy goodness, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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    Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake

    Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Rich and Delish.

    This tuna pasta bake is simple and packed with flavor, featuring canned tuna and mozzarella cheese along with a few other easy ingredients. It's a creamy dish that comes together without any fuss.

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    One Pan Baked Ziti

    Baked Ziti.
    Photo credit: Raising Generation Nourished.

    Baked ziti is a simple dish that’s great for hectic weeknights, as it only requires one pan for preparation and cleanup. It’s a hassle-free meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Chicken and broccoli pasta is a filling meal that comes together with very little work. It's great for dinner and tastes even better the next day.

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    Spaghetti Pie

    Spaghetti Pie.
    Photo credit: A Cedar Spoon.

    This spaghetti pie is perfect for a fast family meal. It's easy to prepare, packed with protein, and sure to fill everyone up.

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    Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake

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

    This cheesy chicken and pasta dish features sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, making it a simple and satisfying meal. It's perfect for a cozy dinner that will leave you feeling very satisfied.

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    Baked Vegan Pasta

    Vegan pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Plant Based Folk.

    This vegan pasta bake is creamy and full of vegetables, and there's no need to boil the pasta beforehand. It can be enjoyed hot or cold.

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    Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Making Mac and Cheese is really easy. You only need 5 minutes to get it ready and then let it bake for 45 minutes, all in one pan, with no boiling or complicated steps, just cheesy goodness from Cheddar and Gruyere.

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    Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole

    Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole.
    Photo credit: Savory with Soul.

    This Philly Cheesesteak Casserole combines the classic flavors of a cheesesteak sandwich into a comforting dish. With ground beef, cheese, bell peppers, and onions, it’s a satisfying meal that’s easy to make.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

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

    This pasta bake comes together in no time, taking just about 10 minutes to prep and under an hour to bake. With spicy buffalo sauce, fresh spinach, and plenty of cheese, it makes for a delicious and satisfying meal that's great for busy weeknights.

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    Beefy Pasta Bake

    Beefy Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Bitz n Giggles.

    This cheesy beef and noodle dish is topped with crispy French fried onions for a tasty meal. It's a simple recipe that anyone can make without any fuss.

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    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish is all about simple, cheesy comfort food that anyone can enjoy. It's perfect for those busy days when you want something tasty without any fuss.

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    Vegan Pasta Bake

    Vegan Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Nourished by Nic.

    This vegan pasta dish is warm and comforting, making it a great choice for an easy and tasty meal. It's simple to prepare and packed with flavor.

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    Cheesy Pizza Pasta Bake

    Pizza pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Two Healthy Kitchens.

    This pizza pasta bake is a simple and fast meal that's great for hectic evenings. You can mix everything in one pan without pre-cooking the pasta, and it’s loaded with cheesy pizza goodness that everyone will love!

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    Bean & Pasta Casserole

    Bean & Pasta Casserole.
    Photo credit: Hurry The Food Up.

    This veggie casserole combines white beans, pasta, and cherry tomatoes for a warm and healthy meal. It's an easy dinner choice that doesn't require any cooking skills.

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    Chicken Parm Casserole

    Chicken Parm Casserole.
    Photo credit: Golden Grace Kitchen.

    This dish combines chicken, marinara sauce, pasta, and melted mozzarella cheese for a comforting casserole that captures the essence of Italian cooking. It's an easy dinner choice that works well for any night of the week.

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    No Boil Chicken Pasta Bake

    No Boil Chicken Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Cooking With Carlee.

    This chicken pasta bake is a simple way to put dinner on the table without any hassle. With minimal prep, you’ll have a delicious and satisfying meal ready in no time.

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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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