Family-Friendly Pasta Dishes

Get a delicious dinner on the table in matter of minutes with my Family-Friendly Pasta Dishes. From classic combinations to inventive casseroles and pasta salads, they’re sure to be a hit with your crew.

Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

One of our favorite weeknight meals, this easy cheesy Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese can be on the dinner table in less than 30 minutes.

Spaghetti and Meatballs

Homemade baked meatballs and a simple marinara sauce make this Spaghetti and Meatballs an easy, classic Italian dinner they’ll devour!

Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad

Fabulous Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad that’s tossed in a deliciously creamy spinach basil pesto made with yogurt to keep it on the lighter side for a perfect summer dish!

A large white serving bowl of pasta salad with mozzarella balls, cherry tomato halves, chunks of chicken and a green pesto sauce.

Chicken Parmesan Casserole

No boiling pasta or breading chicken to make this Chicken Parmesan Casserole. An incredibly easy and fun spin on this family-favorite!

Quick and Easy Cacio e Pepe

A simple and flavorful Italian pasta dish the whole family will love, this Quick and Easy Cacio e Pepe is a midweek dinner must-have.

A large white, gold-rimmed serving bowl of cacio e Pepe.

Beef Stroganoff Casserole

An easy casserole version of a classic, this Beef Stroganoff Casserole is a meal the whole family is sure to enjoy!

Lemon Ricotta Linguini with Pancetta and Peas

Dig into a creamy, satisfying meal with this Lemon Ricotta Linguini with Pancetta and Peas. It’s an easy, flavorful dinner ready in about 20 minutes.

A gold rimmed white bowl of linguini with a white sauce with peas and pancetta on a white marble counter.

Chicken Noodle Casserole

This warm and comforting Chicken Noodle Casserole bakes up easy and filling. It makes a healthy meal you’ll feel great about serving your family any night of the week.

Tuscan Tortellini Soup

This Tuscan Tortellini Soup is a comforting one-pot meal that’s perfect for a chilly winter day. It’s so easy to make and is bursting with delicious Tuscan flavors!

One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta

From start to finish, this One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a breeze. Tender white meat chicken and a light and creamy parmesan sauce over your favorite pasta in a simple yet filling one dish dinner they’ll devour.

A wooden spoon scooping chicken Alfredo pasta from a stainless steel pot.

Caprese Pasta Salad

Cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil and al dente pasta come together in this easy and flavorful Caprese Pasta Salad.

A large glass serving bowl of capers pasta salad with halved cheery tomatoes, bite sized mozzarella balls and corkscrew pasta.

Mexi Mac and Cheese

Mac and cheese made festive with tasty Mexican flavors in this delicious Mexi Mac and Cheese! An easy meal-in-one that the whole family will love!

Meatball Stuffed Pasta Shells

Jumbo pasta shells filled with melty cheese, marinara and meatballs make for such an easy appetizer or meal! Everyone will ask for these Meatball Stuffed Pasta Shells again and again!

A pyrex baking dish filled with jumbo pasta shells stuffed with meatballs, sauce and mozzarella cheese.

Ravioli Lasagna

A creamy spinach and ricotta filling between layers of cheese ravioli and an Italian sausage pasta sauce all topped with melting mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. It’s heaven in a casserole dish! Ravioli Lasagna is a hearty, filling, delicious dinner that’s easy to make and everyone loves!

A wooden spoon holding pasta covered in tomato sauce, melted mozzarella cheese and fresh herbs over a white casserole dish of lasagna.

Chicken Tetrazzini

Chicken Tetrazzini is a comforting classic that will please just about any hungry crowd. The creamy cheese sauce baked into lots of pasta, chicken, and veggies makes this casserole a well-rounded meal.

Hummus Pasta Salad

This Hummus Pasta Salad is the easiest, most deliciously healthy pasta salad you will ever make and that everyone will love!

Muenster Mac and Cheese

Meet a macaroni made for the grown up’s table! Slightly sophisticated and fully delicious, Muenster Mac and Cheese is creamy, savory and baked to perfection.

A square glass dish filled with macaroni and cheese. A portion in the bottom right corner of the dish has been removed.

Sloppy Joe Orzo

Ground beef, cheddar cheese and a rich, flavorful tomato sauce make this Sloppy Joe Orzo an easy one-pot pasta dish with your favorite comfort food flavors.

Turkey Lasagna

Gather the family around the table for the comfort of a hot, delicious meal with my Crowd-Pleasing Turkey Lasagna. Fresh herbs, creamy cheeses, and ground turkey make this pasta dish a labor of love that everyone will enjoy.

Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup

Tender chunks of chicken, carrots, celery and spices make this Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup a comforting and satisfying one-pot meal.

A white Dutch oven of creamy soup with carrots, celery and tortellini pasta.

Bacon Ranch Macaroni Salad

Sweet peas, crunchy broccoli, sharp cheddar cheese and salty bacon make this Bacon Ranch Macaroni Salad the perfect pot luck dish full of delicious texture and flavor.

A large white serving bowl of macaroni salad with sweet peas, red onion and cheese.

If you make any of my Family-Friendly Pasta Dishes, be sure to snap a picture and share it with me or tag me on Instagram @thebakermama so I can see. If you’re on Facebook, be sure to join my Friends of The BakerMama group. Connect and share all the fun and yummy recipes of mine that you make! 😍 I just love seeing how inspired and creative y’all get with the ideas I share. Enjoy!

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