For Team Delish, we think you really can never go wrong with a chicken dinner or a pasta dinner. Combine them into one, and you've got a stellar combo that's perfect for nearly any occasion, from a last-minute weeknight meal to date night. These 38 chicken pasta recipes include options for everything you may have on hand: Feel free to use leftover shredded chicken (even shortcut rotisserie chicken!) and whatever vegetables you've got hanging around. Add a few additional star ingredients, like a squeeze of lemon or sun-dried tomatoes, and you’ll really have a hit on your hands.
With a creamy sauce, like in our chicken Alfredo or our one-pan coconut lime chicken, no one will ever know dinner was a last-minute idea. Want something lighter? Try something like our bruschetta chicken pasta or our chicken pesto pasta—the freshness of basil combined with tomatoes and fresh mozzarella is like a garden on your plate. Short for time? Make a one-pot wonder, like our chicken Parm pasta, our , or our and skip the massive after-dinner cleanup.
Need some chicken tips? We’ve got 'em! Check out our guide for how to boil and shred chicken, how to keep boneless chicken thighs from drying out, and how to make the best roast chicken of your life. With these tips in your arsenal, you’ll be this much closer to a memorable dinner.
Don't be afraid to get creative with your pasta choices; sometimes all it takes to jazz up an old standby is a fresh noodle shape. You never know when you might discover a new favorite (ours is orecchiette!).
Want even more chicken and pasta? Check out our best penne and spaghetti recipes, then visit our top baked chicken or creamy chicken recipes too.
1
Perfect Chicken Alfredo
You need this go-to in your arsenal. It's the classic pseudo-Italian pasta we just can't seem to get enough of. Of course, there are tons of jarred pasta sauces you can buy, but making Alfredo sauce from scratch is actually so easy.
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Chicken Spaghetti
If you didn’t grow up with this comfort food, allow us to introduce you to your new favorite easy weeknight dinner. Chicken, spaghetti, and veggies combine with a creamy, cheesy sauce for a baked and bubbling casserole that’s just as perfect for busy weeknights as it is for parties.
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Cajun-Spiced Chicken & Gnocchi Skillet
Let the good times roll because this chicken and gnocchi skillet takes you down South to the cuisine of Louisiana. If you're celebrating Mardi Gras or just enjoying a fun dinner, pair this dish with a batch of Hurricanes for total Big Easy vibes.
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Tuscan Chicken Pasta
We've incorporated Tuscan flavors into countless of our weeknight dinners, including one of our most popular recipes of all time: creamy Tuscan chicken. We turn to this recipe so often, we decided to transform it into a pasta dinner to shake up your dinner rotation
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Chicken Riggies
Aside from a name that's a hoot to say, Chicken Riggies (aka Utica, New York’s pride and joy) has a lot going for it, namely that it's a slightly creamy, spicy, and a bit-sweet pleasure to eat. It’s so good, it might just become a new go-to weeknight dinner.
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Chicken Parm Pasta
The salty goodness of crisped pork belly transfers over to the leaner white meat in this play on chicken Parm. Toasting panko in that same pan leads to an even more flavorful bread crumb topping, complete with a slightly spicy, Italian-seasoned everything bagel spice addition.
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Chicken Nugget Parm Casserole
Craving chicken Parm but not in the mood for all the time it requires to prepare this labor of love dish? Opt for our chicken nugget Parmesan casserole instead.
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Chicken Parm Soup
We've done our fair share of creative takes on chicken Parm, but when we're looking for an extra-cozy version, we turn to this recipe. Filled with everything you love, this soup version is perfect for nights when you're craving the classic, but need something that'll warm up the soul.
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9
Chicken Tikka Alfredo
This recipe marries two of our favorite creamy comfort foods, spicy chicken tikka masala and rich, garlicky fettuccine Alfredo. This match made in heaven is a creamy, unique dish that will be ready to serve up in just over an hour!
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Kung Pao Spaghetti
If you love this dish from California Pizza Kitchen, you're in for a treat. This easy copycat dinner comes together in minutes and delivers a spicy kick that you might just enjoy more than the OG. Pair it with our BBQ chicken skillet pizza for the full fast-casual experience.
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11
One-Pan Ranch Chicken Alfredo
In a hurry to get a delicious dinner on the table? We made fettuccine Alfredo—one of the most basic recipes around—even more effortless. The key? Cook the chicken from frozen. Then add creamy Alfredo-coated pasta, and bacon for a stress-free weeknight staple that always hits the spot.
Get the One Pan Ranch Chicken Alfredo recipe.
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One-Pan Lemon Chicken & Orzo
Here, chicken, orzo, spinach, and feta come together into a complete meal that’s quick enough for a weeknight, but beautiful enough to serve to friends at a dinner party. It’s easy and delicious and, best of all, won’t load up your sink with a ton of dishes.
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Chicken & Mushroom White Lasagna
Few things are more pleasing than a melty, cheesy square of lasagna. This creamy white lasagna, made extra luxurious from a cheesy béchamel-type sauce called Mornay, is packed with chopped chicken, spinach, mushroom, and fresh herbs (and a few time-saving secrets). 😎
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14
Chicken Manicotti
Nothing beats a pasta stuffed with ricotta and chicken and covered in a creamy Alfredo sauce, and this is the perfect representation of that. Let your pasta cool while you make the filling and sauce so that it's easy to handle when you're stuffing the shells.
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Chicken Pesto Pasta
Add pesto (you could use store-bought pesto, but we promise, our homemade basil pesto is worth it), sweet cherry tomatoes, and a splash of white wine vinegar for brightness, and you’ve got yourself the perfect simple dinner that comes together in less than 30 minutes!
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Chicken Stroganoff
This version of a classic is a little lighter than the original beef stroganoff, but still super-flavorful! It's creamy, hearty, and wildly good over a bed of classic egg noodles.
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Chicken Carbonara
When you're looking for something comforting and carb-y, nothing fits the bill like a good carbonara. Not only is this one chock-full of a creamy sauce and speckled with crispy bacon, it's also a dish that's easy to cook with ingredients you probably have in your kitchen already.
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No-Boil Baked Chicken Pasta
Pasta dinners have a reputation for being quick, but let's be honest: Bringing a pot of water to a boil takes forever. Enter this clever no-boil baked chicken pasta, which allows the oven to do the work.
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Chicken Spinach Artichoke Lasagna
We all know that spinach-artichoke dip is the best party dip, but adding it to a lasagna? GAME CHANGER. This is our go-to dinner for nights when you want something super-comforting, but also need to sneak in some greens too.
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20
Caprese Chicken Lasagna
A Caprese salad will always be a favorite, but it's not the most family-friendly or filling meal. The fix? Adding chicken and turning it into lasagna. Bellissimo!
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Taylor Worden
Assistant Digital Food Producer
Taylor Worden is Delish's Assistant Digital Food Producer, where she creates recipe galleries, recipe updates and more. She was previously a freelance editor on the food team for Good Housekeeping, where she also contributed entertainment and culture pieces as a freelance writer. She graduated from the University of Kansas with a degree in journalism and a lifelong love of writing. When she’s not writing, she can be found reading, testing out a new pasta recipe, or rewatching one of her favorite shows.
