Pasta is pretty much the perfect comfort food. Pasta recipes are so adaptable to your palate, and some are much easier than you think. If you have pasta, spices and a few whole ingredients, you can probably make something delicious. From classic alfredos to one-pot wonders, here are 32 lazy pasta recipes to inspire your next meal.
Simple Chicken Alfredo
“This recipe for Chicken Alfredo with glass sauce is a quick and easy dinner for hectic nights,” says recipe creator Jojolyn. “For more flavor, cook the chicken with lemon pepper and spicy salt.”
Spaghetti Cacio and Pepe
“It’s so good. It’s a great Hack for weeknights when you don’t have the time (or patience) to make mac and cheese,” says critic Rachelc. “Super easy to prepare and I always have the ingredients at hand. The garlic and olive oil really make up this dish (and the cheese too, of course.)”
Butter noodles
“Butter pasta is easy to prepare with your favorite pasta, butter, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper for a quick and easy dish suitable for children,” says recipe creator elohel. “Fresh herbs and a little lemon juice could be added to enhance the flavor. Perfect to serve as is or with Steak, chicken or meatballs. This is such a delicious recipe, but I get a lot of questions about how to prepare it.”
Mexican Mostaccioli
“For the first time, I did it exactly as it was written. Everyone loved it. Simple, a lot of flavor and a great quick meal,” says critic Guminik. “I’ve made it several times since, and sometimes I mix it with another ingredient or change the meat and it’s always going to be great. I highly recommend it.”
Linguine With Garlic And Herbs
“Prepare this Linguine pasta recipe and pair it with meat, poultry or fish,” explains Andrea Fahlor, recipe creator. “Add your favorite steamed, grilled or sautéed vegetables!”
Creamy Garlic Noodles
“When it comes to creamy pasta recipes, this is the best thing I’ve ever had,” says Celestial, author of the recipe. “Add shrimp and/or scallops to make an awesome seafood Alfredo.”
Chicken spaghetti with Rotel
“A classic chicken Spaghetti with Rotel tomatoes and green chillies, tender cooked chicken and pasta mixed in a creamy cheese sauce,” says recipe developer bdld. “A great last-minute chicken recipe that the whole family will enjoy!”