Effortless Pasta with Chicken Recipes

Looking for effortless weeknight dinners? Whip up some chicken pasta—it’s simple and universally adored. Whether you’re using rotisserie or leftover chicken, these recipes are a breeze. They’re easy to whip up and perfect for leftovers. Why not give a few a shot this week?

Instant Pot Buttery Lemon Chicken Pasta With Zucchini And Squash

Delicious Instant Pot macaroni and cheese recipe. — Instant Pot Buttery Lemon Chicken Pasta With Zucchini And Squash. Photo credit: XoxoBella.

This flavourful Instant Pot buttery lemon chicken pasta is well worth making. It’s a dish including pasta with zucchini and squash as well as chicken. The taste is both light and hearty and there are many ways to tweak the recipe, adding your own personal touches. This Instant Pot pasta dinner with chicken, zucchini, squash and parmesan will become a family favorite.
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Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese Pasta

A mouthwatering recipe featuring chicken and tomatoes served over a bed of pasta. — Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Caprese Pasta. Photo credit: XoxoBella.

Being Italian, I’m always excited to try new pasta recipes. My latest one is this sheet pan chicken caprese pasta. It’s made with chicken tenderloins and packs in plenty of authentic Italian flavors. Baked chicken caprese with pasta can even be made gluten free and an easy chicken dinner. You will want to make this easy oven chicken caprese often!
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Zesty Tex Mex Chicken Pasta Salad

A pasta salad with black olives, tomatoes, and parsley. — Zesty Tex Mex Chicken Pasta Salad. Photo credit: XoxoBella.

This Tex-Mex chicken pasta salad is so delicious. If you aren’t sure what you fancy for dinner – Tex-Mex, chicken, something with pasta, or a salad – try this! It’s a southwest pasta salad with chicken, offering the best of all worlds. This is a flavourful dinner salad just bursting with color and flavor! This is the perfect salad for a summer BBQ, and I hope you have plenty of those this season. Add this favorite summer salad recipe to the menu, and you won’t be disappointed.
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Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake

Chicken enchilada casserole on a plate. — Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake. Photo credit: XoxoBella.

Promising the best south-of-the-border flavors, this fiesta chicken pasta casserole bake is a nice homage to Mexico. Chicken, corn and black beans pair with tomatoes, sour cream, and Mexican and Tex-Mex inspired seasonings to make this perfect Mexican chicken casserole. This southwest chicken and pasta casserole is perfect to use with rotisserie or leftover chicken.
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Italian Chicken Pasta Salad

A fork is being used to scoop pasta salad out of a bowl. — Italian Chicken Pasta Salad. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

Italian Chicken Pasta Salad is a light and fresh recipe made with Rotini pasta, Rotisserie chicken, and a tangy homemade Italian dressing that will make your mouth water. From start to finish you can have this whipped up and ready to serve in just under 20 minutes. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner!
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Gluten Free Pumpkin Chicken Enchilada Pasta

A bowl of chicken pasta in a white bowl with a spoon. — Gluten Free Pumpkin Chicken Enchilada Pasta. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

Hello one pot wonder…This Gluten Free Pumpkin Chicken Enchilada Pasta will become your go-to weeknight dinner for fall! Check out this super simple and mouthwatering recipe.
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Creamy Pesto Pasta With Chicken & Sun-Dried Tomatoes

A delicious Chicken Pesto Pasta recipe. — Creamy Pesto Pasta With Chicken & Sun-Dried Tomatoes. Photo credit: Pass Me Some Tasty.

A delicious, quick, and easy 30-minute gluten-free creamy pesto pasta topped with chicken, sun-dried tomatoes & parmesan. Perfect for the whole family!
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Viral Marry Me Chicken TikTok Recipe

Delicious chicken parmesan casserole served on a plate, combining the perfect blend of tender chicken, savory pasta, and melted cheese. — Viral Marry Me Chicken TikTok Recipe. Photo credit: Food Plus Words.

This Marry Me chicken TikTok recipe marries juicy, tender chicken and creamy, cheesy pasta in one pan. Make this for your honey, and be prepared for a proposal!
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Cajun Chicken Pasta

A delicious chicken pasta recipe. — Cajun Chicken Pasta. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Our Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe is perfect for a quick and easy dinner recipe that’s going to have everyone clamoring for seconds! We made a big batch and all the teenagers at it for the next several days, happily, for easy lunches and snacks. Plus, it is so easy, anyone can make it!
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Smoked Chicken Gorgonzola Pasta Salad

A flavorful pasta salad recipe featuring tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, and creamy cheese. — Smoked Chicken Gorgonzola Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

We took tender smoked chicken breast and mixed it together with gorgonzola, a homemade Greek salad dressing, and fresh vegetables and mixed them all-together to make our Smoked Chicken Gorgonzola Pasta Salad! Perfect for lunches all week or as a side dish at your next bbq, potluck, or family gathering.
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Buffalo Chicken Mac And Cheese

A bowl of macaroni and cheese in a blue bowl. — Buffalo Chicken Mac And Cheese. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Our easy Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese takes the ever-popular buffalo sauce that everyone loves on chicken wings and whips it into a mac and cheese sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds (and the recipe).
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Chicken Broccoli Ziti with Crunchy Bread Crumbs

Chicken parmesan pasta is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and vibrant broccoli. This hearty recipe showcases the essence of Italian cuisine with its rich and tangy — Chicken Broccoli Ziti with Crunchy Bread Crumbs. Photo credit: My Everyday Table.

This chicken broccoli ziti recipe is sure to become a weeknight dinner staple! The broccoli chicken ziti combination has been on my “to create” list for a while and while originally I was going to go in a baked and cheesy direction, our trip to Italy inspired me to keep it simple, highlighting the flavors of this chicken broccoli pasta in a more understated way.
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Easy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe

Chicken enchilada casserole recipe in a white dish with a wooden spoon. — Easy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe. Photo credit: My Everyday Table.

You’ll love how delicious this buffalo chicken pasta bake recipe is! Not only is it incredibly easy to make, and made with simple ingredients, but this buffalo chicken pasta recipe is a satisfying and hearty one-dish meal. (Add some haricots verts or air fryer broccoli on the side for some greens!) Think buffalo chicken dip meets baked mac and cheese. YUM.
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Bruschetta Chicken Pasta

Bruschetta Chicken Pasta is an easy weeknight dinner full of fresh tomatoes and basil, pasta, balsamic vinegar and topped with seasoned chicken.
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Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is inspired by Buffalo Wild Wings! An easy crockpot dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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One Pot Parmesan Chicken Pasta

This easy one-pot creamy parmesan chicken pasta meal features a decadent garlic parmesan sauce and tender chicken and pasta.
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Easy Chicken Parmesan Pasta

Recipes, Pasta — Easy Chicken Parmesan Pasta. Photo credit: My Everyday Table.

This easy chicken parmesan pasta has all of the delicious flavors of chicken parm, but without all the work and fuss. Chewy pasta is topped with cheesy chicken and marinara and finished off with crunchy breadcrumbs and parmesan for major comfort food that’s ready in 30 minutes. Serve with a simple veggie side like kale salad or a 5-minute Italian chopped salad.
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Artichoke Chicken Pasta Recipe

A delicious pasta recipe featuring tender chicken and artichokes served in a white bowl. — Artichoke Chicken Pasta Recipe. Photo credit: Gracious Pantry.

Artichoke hearts are something I personally love. Mini Chef doesn’t care for them, but for me, they are a delicious treat from time to time.
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Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad

A delicious recipe for pasta salad with chicken and peas. — Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Gracious Pantry.

Buffalo chicken wings are all the rage, but if you’re tired of them, try this buffalo chicken pasta salad instead.
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Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta

A chicken pasta recipe garnished with parsley. — Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta brings heat and creamy comfort in one delicious dish. This easy recipe is going to become your go-to weeknight meal.
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Sopa De Pollo Con Fideos

A delightful recipe for chicken noodle soup with a zesty twist of lime and lime wedges. — Sopa De Pollo Con Fideos. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

For a flavorful and authentically Mexican meal, give this Sopa de Pollo con Fideos a try! This hearty chicken soup with pasta is as delicious as it gets.
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Eric’S Lemon Chicken Thighs- Easy!

A plate of spaghetti with chicken and parsley, the perfect pasta dish for a comforting meal. — Eric’S Lemon Chicken Thighs- Easy!. Photo credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

These Lemon Chicken thighs are so very tasty and so easy! Lemon Chicken Thighs only takes less than 30 minutes for all of the preparation and 30 to cook!
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