Chicken Pasta Recipes 🍗 Comforting, Creamy & Weeknight-Ready

ByKarl S

Chicken and pasta are a perfect match — hearty, satisfying, and endlessly flexible.

Whether you’re craving something creamy, spicy, cheesy, or light, this set delivers fast, flavor-packed meals that feel indulgent but come together with simple ingredients.

Great for families, date nights, or next-day leftovers.

🧄 Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Creamy, garlicky, and endlessly comforting.

Ingredients:

  • Fettuccine or penne
  • Chicken breast (sliced or cubed)
  • Heavy cream
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Garlic, butter
  • Salt, pepper

Instructions:

  1. Cook pasta and set aside.
  2. Sear chicken in butter, season, and remove.
  3. Sauté garlic, add cream and cheese to create sauce.
  4. Stir in chicken and toss with pasta.

👉 Chicken Alfredo Pasta Recipe

🌶️ Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Bold flavor with a creamy kick.

Ingredients:

  • Penne or linguine
  • Chicken breast (seasoned with Cajun spice)
  • Bell peppers, garlic
  • Heavy cream or cream cheese
  • Parmesan, parsley

Instructions:

  1. Cook pasta and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. Sear Cajun-seasoned chicken and remove.
  3. Sauté peppers and garlic, add cream and cheese.
  4. Add pasta and chicken, toss with reserved water to loosen.

👉 Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe

🧀 Baked Cheesy Chicken Pasta

Perfect for cozy nights and leftovers.

Ingredients:

  • Pasta (ziti or rotini)
  • Cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
  • Marinara or tomato sauce
  • Mozzarella, Parmesan
  • Italian seasoning

Instructions:

  1. Cook pasta and mix with sauce, chicken, and cheese.
  2. Pour into baking dish, top with more cheese.
  3. Bake at 375°F for 20–25 min until bubbly.

👉 Complete Baked Cheesy Chicken Pasta Recipe

🥬 Chicken Pesto Pasta

Bright, fresh, and full of flavor.

Ingredients:

  • Fusilli or bowties
  • Cooked chicken (grilled or rotisserie)
  • Basil pesto
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Mozzarella balls or Parmesan

Instructions:

  1. Cook pasta, reserve a splash of water.
  2. Toss pasta with pesto, chicken, and tomatoes.
  3. Add cheese and adjust texture with pasta water if needed.

👉 Complete Chicken Pesto Pasta Recipe

🍅 Chicken Parmesan Pasta Skillet

One pan, maximum flavor.

Ingredients:

  • Pasta (penne or shells)
  • Breaded chicken cutlets (or plain grilled)
  • Tomato sauce
  • Mozzarella, Parmesan
  • Basil, garlic

Instructions:

  1. Cook pasta al dente.
  2. In skillet, heat sauce and add sliced chicken.
  3. Add pasta, top with cheese, cover and melt.

👉 Chicken Parmesan Pasta Skillet Recipe

🥦 Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Pasta

Classic combo with cozy vibes.

Ingredients:

  • Penne or rigatoni
  • Chicken breast
  • Broccoli florets
  • Garlic, cream
  • Parmesan, butter

Instructions:

  1. Cook pasta and steam broccoli.
  2. Sauté chicken and garlic, add cream.
  3. Stir in broccoli, cheese, and pasta.

👉 Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Pasta Recipe

🍋 Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta

Light and zesty, perfect for spring and summer.

Ingredients:

  • Spaghetti or linguine
  • Chicken breast
  • Lemon juice + zest
  • Garlic, olive oil
  • Parsley, chili flakes (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Cook pasta and save 1/4 cup pasta water.
  2. Sear chicken in olive oil and garlic.
  3. Toss pasta with lemon, chicken, and herbs.
  4. Add pasta water to coat and shine.

👉 Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta Recipe

🧄 Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Creamy, garlicky, and loaded with sun-dried tomato flavor.

Ingredients:

  • Pasta (penne or fettuccine)
  • Chicken breast
  • Sun-dried tomatoes
  • Spinach
  • Garlic, cream, Parmesan

Instructions:

  1. Sear chicken and remove.
  2. Sauté garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach.
  3. Add cream and cheese, simmer.
  4. Toss with pasta and chicken.

👉 Complete Tuscan Chicken Pasta Recipe

🥫 One-Pot Chicken Pasta

Minimal dishes, maximum flavor.

Ingredients:

  • Pasta of choice
  • Chicken
  • Onion, garlic
  • Broth or water
  • Cream, cheese (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Sauté chicken, then add pasta and aromatics.
  2. Pour in liquid and cook until pasta is done.
  3. Stir in cheese and herbs if desired.

👉 Complete One-Pot Chicken Pasta Recipe

🧾 Final Thoughts: Chicken + Pasta = Magic

From creamy Alfredo to fresh pesto to spicy Cajun kicks, chicken pasta is the ultimate weeknight win. These recipes are easy to scale, great for leftovers, and can be endlessly customized based on what’s in your fridge.

Pro Tip: Keep cooked chicken, dry pasta, and frozen spinach or peas on hand for a near-instant dinner any night of the week.

🍝 Pasta Recipes Collection

Explore All Pasta Recipes – A complete noodle lover’s hub — creamy, meaty, veggie-packed, or refreshingly cold, these recipes have it all.

🧄 Classic & Comforting

  • 🧄 Classic Pasta Recipes – Tried-and-true dishes like spaghetti, fettuccine, and timeless tomato-based favorites.
  • 🍅 Simple Pasta Recipes – Minimal ingredients, maximum flavor — pasta perfection without the fuss.
  • ⚡ Easy Pasta Recipes – Weeknight lifesavers that deliver rich flavor fast, with zero culinary stress.
  • 🍽️ Pasta Dinner Recipes – Family-friendly pastas that satisfy any night of the week.

🧀 Sauce Styles

  • 🥛 Creamy Pasta Recipes – Silky sauces made with cream, cheese, or both — pure comfort in a bowl.
  • 🧈 Alfredo Pasta Recipes – Rich and buttery Alfredo sauce takes center stage in these indulgent dishes.
  • 🥄 White Sauce Pasta Recipes – Mellow and smooth béchamel-based recipes that pair beautifully with chicken or veggies.
  • 🍅 Red Sauce Pasta Recipes – Bright, bold tomato sauces — classic marinara, spicy arrabbiata, and more.
  • 🌿 Pesto Pasta Recipes – Herbaceous and vibrant, these green-sauced dishes are perfect for warm-weather meals.

🍗 Protein-Packed Pastas

  • 🐓 Chicken Pasta Recipes – Tender chicken meets creamy or tangy sauces — the perfect protein-pasta pairings.
  • 🍤 Shrimp Pasta Recipes – Juicy shrimp with garlic butter, wine, or creamy sauces — quick and elegant.
  • 🐟 Seafood Pasta Recipes – Scallops, crab, salmon, or mixed shellfish in rich and zesty sauces.
  • 🐄 Ground Beef Pasta Recipes – Comforting classics like bolognese, skillet meals, and one-pot beefy favorites.
  • 🌭 Sausage Pasta Recipes – Hearty and spiced — from Italian to spicy andouille, sausage elevates every bite.

🥗 Pasta Salads & Light Fare

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