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25 Weeknight Pasta Dishes (cooked on the Stove top)

Pasta is always a crowd pleaser dinner. With this collection for 25 Weeknight Pasta Dishes (Cooked on the Stove Top), you won’t be short of ideas. From indulgent creamy dishes to quick and light pasta dinners, it’s all covered.

Photo collage of 25 weeknight pasta dishes (cooked on the stovetop).
25 Weeknight pasta Dishes (cooked on the stove top)

Easy Garlic Mushroom Spaghetti

Get dinner on the table in a hurry with this Easy Garlic Mushroom Spaghetti. Using fresh button mushrooms, grated parmesan and garlic to bring this dish to life. Make it for you next weeknight dinner!

close up of teh Easy Garlic Mushroom Spaghetti

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Creamy Sun Dried Pasta with paprika Chicken

This Creamy Sun Dried Pasta with Paprika Chicken is loaded with creamy pasta and tender pieces of chicken. Cooked using sun dried tomatoes, paprika and lots of mozzarella cheese. Perfect comfort food for the whole family.


Lemon Cream Spaghetti & Shrimp

This Lemon Cream Spaghetti and Shrimp is what great dinners is all about. Tender spaghetti noodles with a creamy lemon parmesan sauce and topped with fresh garlic shrimp and herbs. A perfect mid week dinner or one to save for date night. Serve it with the delicious Homemade Garlic Knots for a fantastic meal.

close up of the lemon cream spaghetti with shrimp

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Sun Dried tomato Skillet pasta

This Sun Dried Tomato Skillet Pasta is a great mid week dinner the whole family will love. A fully loaded pasta dish with sauteed zucchini and peppers and the addition of sun dried tomato pest for a fantastic flavour. Makes a great dish for lunches, dinners or even as a side dish to the Skillet Chicken in a Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Sauce.

Sun dried pasta in a bowl.

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Lemon pasta with Spinach

Super simple pasta! Sometimes simple is best and it doesn’t get a whole lot easier than this Lemon Pasta with Spinach. On the table under half an hour and makes for the perfect dinner or even lunch.

fresh lemon spaghettin in a skillet.

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Bacon Tomato Pasta Salad

This Bacon Tomato Pasta Salad is perfect to make all summer long. Loaded with grape tomatoes, smokey bacon, cubed mozzarella cheese and red onions all wrapped up in a light vinaigrette. A great dish for potlucks, barbecues or as a lunch any day of the week.

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Cajun Chicken Alfredo

This Cajun Chicken Alfredo has it all wrapped up! It creamy, it’s got a hint of spice, and it’s just downright delicious. A great mid week family dinner that will keep you going back for more!

Cajun chicken alfredo in a skillet

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Pasta Primavera with Asparagus & peas

This Pasta Primavera with Asparagus and Peas is the perfect mid week meal for spring. Tagliatelle tossed in a light sauce filled with fresh spring vegetables and herbs. Serve it with a fresh salad and homemade Garlic Knots for a complete dinner.

Close up of Pasta Primavera on a plate.

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Roasted Cherry Tomato Orzo pasta Salad

This quick and easy Roasted Cherry Tomato Orzo Pasta Salad can be enjoyed all summer long. Orzo combined with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes, sun dried tomatoes, herbs and fresh parmesan cheese.

Orzo pata salad in a bowl.

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Spaghetti Bolognese

You can’t beat a great classic Spaghetti Bolognese. A rich tomato meat sauce served over soft pasta noodles. A sauce that takes a little love and time but delivers big on flavour!

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Gruyere Cheese and Zucchini pasta

Why not use up some seasonal zucchini with this Gruyère Cheese and Zucchini Pasta dish. It’s got the comfort of a cool weather dish while being light and fresh all at the same time. Made using pasta, Gruyère Cheese, seasonal zucchini, garlic, oregano, olive oil, fresh parsley and salt and pepper. It comes together quickly and you can even make it for lunch.

Gruyere cheese and pasta dish in a skillet

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Five Ingredient Tagliatelle

Get dinner on the table in a hurry with this 5 Ingredient Tagliatelle dish. A super quick pasta dish using minimal ingredients to make it fuss free but delivering on flavour. A great quick and easy mid week meal for the entire family. Great served with a crisp fresh salad for a bigger dinner.

the 5 ingredient tagliatelle in a skillet

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Easy Red Pesto Pasta Salad

It’s easy because, you guessed it, I used a jar of Red Pesto!  Sometimes life does call for convenience and there is nothing wrong with popping a lid every once in a while. This Easy Red Pesto Pasta Salad was put together from start to finish in just 15 minutes.  That makes it a worthy summer salad in my books.  Cook pasta, chop veggies and add the jar.  Done!

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10 Minute Pumpkin Alfredo

This super tasty 10 Minute Pumpkin Alfredo is one to keep in mind for busy days ahead.  I used my Pumpkin Puree for a more wholesome flavour.  It is so, just so, good!

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One Pot Creamy Chicken pasta

This One Pot Creamy Chicken Pasta is a must make mid week dinner that everyone is sure to love. And true to it’s word, it’s all cooked in one pot and just downright delicious.

Creamy Chicken Pasta in a bowl

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Zucchini Pasta Salad in a lemon Vinaigrette

A fresh and light addition to your spring pasta dishes. This Zucchini Pasta Salad in a Lemon Vinaigrette is filled with seasonal zucchini, sun dried tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. Then topped off with a tangy vinaigrette. Make it for your next lunch or side dish to a weekend barbecue.


Shrimp Linguine in a White Wine Sauce

This Shrimp Linguine in a White Wine Sauce could be your next date night in dinner! Tender cooked garlic shrimp served over linguine in a white wine sauce. Using all fresh ingredients for the best flavour and can be prepped in advance for easy cooking when you’re ready to dine!

close up of the shrimp linguine in a white wine sauce

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Lemon Garlic Butter Pasta

This Lemon Garlic Butter Pasta is easy, quick and very satisfying. Tender cooked pasta in a creamy butter & lemon pasta sauce. Using fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavour. Put it on your dinner rotation this week!

close up of the lemon garlic butter pasta

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Mascarpone and Green Olive Tagliatelle

Why not fancy up your basic pasta dish with this Mascarpone and Green Olive Tagliaelle. Creamy tagliatelle with marcarpone cheese and salty green olives. Serve with some garlic bread and you’re all set!

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Cajun Shrimp Alfredo

This Cajun Shrimp Alfredo might be my new favourite pasta dish! Using a Homemade Cajun Seasoning, fresh shrimp, smoky bacon and a creamy sauce, it’s just delicious. If you’re looking for a little bit of seafood, a little bit of smoky with an ultra creamy texture, this is what you need to make today!

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Creamy parpadelle with Asparagus

Creamy pasta dishes are great any time of year, even in the summer. This Creamy Parpadelle with Asparagus is full of creamy richness and on your dinner table in just 15 minutes! A great dinner at the end of a busy day.

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Bell Pepper pasta Salad

Hello May and hello salad season! It’s official, time to bust into the salads. Today, I’m bringing you this super quick and easy Bell Pepper Pasta Salad! It doesn’t have a whole lot of ingredients and would be great alongside your next barbecue!

close up of bell pepper pasta salad

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20 Minute Pasmesan Pasta with Broccoli

For a quick and indulgent pasta fix, make this 20 Minute Parmesan Pasta with Broccoli. It’s honest to goodness easy, tasty and one your whole family will love. Great for those quick evenings when you want something delicious but time isn’t on your side. Pasta for the win!

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Creamy Chicken Alfredo

Calling all pasta lovers for this creamy Chicken Alfredo. I love a good creamy pasta dish and this one brings all the flavour and creaminess in a perfect bite. Serve it just as it is, no need for any fussy sides for this show stopper dinner!

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Sun Dried Tomato & Bacon Spaghetti

There is nothing better than a dinner that surprises you on taste and timing. Well, this Sun Dried Tomato & Bacon Spaghetti not only delivers on the taste buds it is done in no time at all.

Sun dried tomato pasta on a plate.

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By on July 17th, 2022
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2 Comments on “25 Weeknight Pasta Dishes (cooked on the Stove top)”

    • Hey Bonnet, I’ve never come across this issue before with any of the recipes. I’ve just checked various of the pasta recipes in this roundup and they all print fine on my end. I’m guessing the issue must be with your printer or computer? I hope this helps.

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