Hey pasta lovers, here are 10 of the best weeknight pasta recipes that are quick, easy and that feed a crowd! My family loves these recipes and I know yours will too!

The incredibly popular Creamy Lemon Chicken Risoni is a one-pan gem, a perfect example of quick and easy comfort food for a busy weeknight. Loaded with delicious lemon and garlic flavours combined with Risoni’s risotto-like texture, this pasta takes a simple chicken dish to a whole new level.

If you’re anything like me, traditional lasagna has a special place in your heart. This One Pot Lasagna recipe is a family favourite and to this day, is one of my most popular pasta recipes. Perfect for when you don’t have the time (or energy!) to spend hours in the kitchen to get a lasagna fix. The delicious pasta, rich tomato sauce and stretchy mozzarella provide almost unlimited possibilities to customise the recipe to your liking. A quick, easy dish that servers between 6-8 adults.

Riding the wave of rich tomato flavours is my One Pan Gnocchi Bolognese. Pillowy soft gnocchi with a rich, flavoursome bolognese is sure to be hit with the entire family. Perfect for a regular appearance on your meal plan rotation. This One Pan Gnocchi Bolognese recipe is quick to prep and a breeze to cleanup.

Make your weeknight dinners even quicker with my One Pan Lemon Gnocchi Chicken. On the table in less than 15 minutes, fluffy gnocchi is covered in a creamy, tangy lemon sauce and juicy marinated chicken making this a recipe perfect for cosy dinners.

Busy weeknights are made easier with this fuss-free One Pan Pesto Chicken Pasta. Treating the family to a delicious meal in under 30 minutes is a breeze with tender chicken breast fillets and a creamy garlic pesto sauce. You can also load this recipe with your favourite veggies to keep even the fussiest eaters satisfied.

Loaded with flavour, this Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Bake is equally at home on a busy weeknight or beautiful weekend meal. Cheesy chicken and veggies with a rich sauce are sure to satisfy everyone’s comfort food cravings.

This super family-friendly Risoni Mozzarella meatball recipe tastes like it should take longer to prepare. Coming together in less than 30 minutes, this hearty beef pasta will be a hit with the entire family. Mozzarella stuffed meatballs are matched perfectly with creamy tomato risoni.

My Tuscan Chicken Pasta will take you straight to the rustic landscapes of Tuscany with minimal prep time. Perfect for either chicken breast or thigh fillets, this chicken pasta dish works perfectly with substituted vegetables of your choosing.

Chicken and gnocchi are a match made in heaven and my family loves my Creamy Chicken Pesto Gnocchi recipe. Perfectly cooked chicken breast with fluffy gnocchi in a creamy pesto sauce makes for a delicious meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes.

A pasta favourites list isn’t complete without a Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini! The simple (yet delicious) garlic, cream and tomato sauce is perfect for a fast and easy meal you won’t believe is ready in less than 15 minutes!

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Creamy Lemon Chicken Risoni Orzo

Creamy Lemon Chicken Risoni (Orzo)

5 from 34 votes
This Creamy Lemon Chicken Risoni (Orzo), comes together in just over 30 minutes, all cooked in the one pan with minimal prep and washing up! It’s comforting, delicious and makes the perfect weeknight meal.
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One Pot Lasagna

One-pot Lasagne

5 from 25 votes
Everyone's favourite Italian classic is made even easier with this One-pot Lasagne recipe. Lasagne sheets are cooked directly in the sauce on the stovetop, which really saves time, then the cheese is melted with a quick blast under the oven grill (broiler). Great for leftovers and it's freezer-friendly too!   
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One Pan Gnocchi Bolognese

One-pan Gnocchi Bolognese

4.70 from 13 votes
In this hearty One-pan Gnocchi Bolognese you cook the pasta in the sauce all in one pan, which means minimal clean-up!
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Lemon Gnocchi Chicken

One-pan Lemon Gnocchi Chicken

4.72 from 14 votes
In this One-pan Lemon Gnocchi Chicken recipe, juicy chicken and gnocchi are cooked in a creamy lemon sauce with spinach. No need to precook the gnocchi as it cooks directly in the pan with the chicken. Even better, this one-pan wonder can be on the dinner table in just 15 minutes. Serve with crusty or garlic bread.
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One pan pesto chicken pasta

One-pan Pesto Chicken Pasta

4.77 from 13 votes
One-pan Pesto Chicken Pasta is the ultimate fuss-free dinner for busy weeknights! It's super quick to prepare and all cooked in the one pan, so there is minimal fuss and minimal cleanup. 
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Chicken and Broccoli Bake

Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Bake

4.78 from 9 votes
This warming and satisfying Chicken and Broccoli Pasta bake is the ideal easy and nutritious family meal for busy weeknights.
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Mozzarella Meatballs Risoni

Risoni Mozzarella Meatballs

5 from 7 votes
For fans of pasta and meatballs, this Risoni Mozzarella Meatballs recipe features melty mozzarella-stuffed meatballs cooked in a tomatoey sauce with risoni (orzo) pasta. It's incredibly comforting, family-friendly and is easily made in just one pan. The ideal side is a simple green salad.
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Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Tuscan Chicken Pasta

4.83 from 17 votes
This easy and elegant Tuscan Chicken Pasta recipe is just as ideal to feed a family on a busy weeknight as it is to serve to guests. Chicken and pasta are cooked in a delicious creamy sauce, all in one pan in less than 30 minutes.
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Creamy Pesto Chicken Gnocchi

Creamy Chicken Pesto Gnocchi

5 from 4 votes
In this delicious Creamy Chicken Pesto Gnocchi recipe, crispy golden chicken is cooked in a sauce featuring veggies, garlic, cream and pesto. Tender gnocchi then cooks directly in the sauce so all you need is one pan and 25 minutes to create this gorgeously comforting dish. There's no need for sides, but steamed greens are a great pairing. 
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Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini Recipe

Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini

5 from 2 votes
This super fast Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini recipe is a creamy, comforting vegetarian pasta special that's on the table in under 15 minutes – perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. It's all cooked in just one pan, and the leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
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