22+ of the Best Creamy Pasta Recipes

22+ of the best creamy pasta recipes recipes what to have for dinner tonight Pinterest

Let me let you in on a little secret: creamy pasta is my ultimate weakness. As someone who’s spent countless hours in the kitchen testing, tweaking, and totally falling in love with these recipes, I can’t wait to share my favourites with you. These aren’t just creamy pasta recipes – they’re my personal culinary adventures, each one telling a story of late-night cooking experiments and moments of delicious discovery.

Some days, I’m all about that quick 15-minute magic when hunger strikes and time is short. Other times, I love losing myself in a more complex dish, layering flavours and letting a lasagne become a weekend project. Whether you’re a meat lover or prefer vegetarian delights, I’ve got you covered. I’ve developed each recipe to be approachable, adaptable, and – most importantly – seriously tasty.

From the creamy chorizo and leek pasta that’s saved me on busy weeknights to the vegetarian pesto pasta bake that even my meat-eating friends devour, these recipes are more than just instructions. They’re an invitation to play in the kitchen, to experiment, and to find your own creamy pasta joy. So grab a pan, some pasta, and let’s dive into a world of comfort, flavor, and deliciousness.

Quick Creamy Pastas

1
Cheesy chorizo pasta with golden leek garnish
15 Minute Creamy Chorizo and Leek Pasta
A seriously easy, seriously creamy, 5 ingredient pasta dish with chorizo and leeks.
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2
Steaming hot kimchi pea pasta garnished with Parmesan cheese
Creamy Kimchi and Pea Pasta
A delicious, creamy pasta dish with kimchi, pancetta, peas and Parmesan.
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3
Creamy Pasta With Potato Sauce
An incredibly creamy pasta dish with pancetta and potatoes, topped with cheese
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4
Creamy chicken bacon pasta Top view
Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta
Delicious creamy chicken and bacon pasta made with leftover roast chicken.
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5
Weeknight sausage and broccoli pasta recipe - Simple family meal
Sausage and Broccoli Pasta
Creamy sausage and broccoli pasta with Parmesan.
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6
Bacon and mushroom pasta In a white bowl on a grey tablecloth
Bacon and Mushroom Pasta
An easy, creamy bacon and mushroom pasta with just 5 ingredients.
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7
Chorizo and Halloumi Pasta
Incredible creamy chorizo and halloumi pasta – a rich and sumptuous combination for dinner.
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8
Tender chicken schnitzel with creamy mushroom pasta
Chicken Schnitzel With Mushroom Pasta
Crispy fried chicken schnitzel served with a creamy mushroom macaroni.
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9
Courgette and Pancetta Orzo
An easy and delicious orzo pasta dish with courgette, pancetta and cream cheese.
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10
Pumpkin, Pancetta and Rosemary Pennoni
A comforting, creamy and delicious pasta dish with pumpkin, pancetta and rosemary.
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Vegetarian Creamy Pastas

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Creamy garlic mushroom pasta with fresh herbs
15 Minute Creamy Garlic Mushroom Pasta
Using only five ingredients and ready in fifteen minutes, this creamy garlic mushroom pasta is a weeknight winner!
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12
Creamy courgette pasta In a black and white bowl top view
Creamy Courgette Pasta
Pasta with a creamy courgette and garlic sauce.
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13
Creamy pesto pasta bake Top view with golden cheesy topping
Creamy Pesto Pasta Bake
Simple, comforting creamy pesto pasta bake with basil, peas and mozzarella.
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14
Pink Beetroot and feta pasta in a black bowl on a wooden table
Beetroot and Feta Pasta
Creamy beetroot and feta pasta, ready in just 15 minutes.
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15
Vegetarian garlic mushroom orzo In a white bowl
Vegetarian Garlic Mushroom Orzo
An easy, creamy vegetarian garlic mushroom orzo that’s ready in 15 minutes!
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16
Fennel leek and mushroom pasta top view
Fennel, Leek and Mushroom Pasta
This easy, vegetarian pasta dish with fennel, leek and mushrooms is creamy, comforting and delicious!
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17
Goats cheese stuffed shells Topped with sliced chives
Goats Cheese Stuffed Shells
Pasta shells stuffed with goats cheese and chives, in a rich tomato sauce with mushrooms and topped with melty mozzarella.
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18
4 Ingredient Pea and Cream Cheese Pasta
A brilliant pea and cream cheese pasta dish that is ready in the time it takes for the pasta to cook!
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Weekend Creamy Pasta Dishes

19
Turkey and Ham Lasagne
A delicious, creamy lasagne made with leftover roast turkey (or chicken) and ham.
Check out this recipe
20
Classic beef lasagne With a serving on a blue plate
Beef Lasagne
A flavour powerhouse of a beef lasagne, cooked low and slow.
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21
Courgette Lasagne
A delicious vegetarian lasagne with all the comfort you expect!
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22
Penne pastitsio With meat sauce and a Greek bechamel
Penne Pastitsio
A Greek pasta bake made with penne, a beef sauce and topped with bechamel and cheese.
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