17 Chicken Pasta Recipes You'll Want to Make Any Night of the Week

Lighten a traditional beef bolognese sauce by swapping red meat for ground chicken—it's leaner but delivers plenty of flavor. Whole peeled tomatoes, tomato paste, whole milk, and white wine make quick but effective work of this standout sauce.

This speedy, family-friendly meal comes together in just 30 minutes. We love using fusilli pasta, which is a corkscrew shape that holds the savory, lemon-infused sauce in its curves.

Savory and rich with umami flavors, this pasta dish is comforting and absolutely delicious. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are browned in butter, then sautéed with shallots and cremini mushrooms. The sauce—made from white wine, Parmesan, and heavy cream—is unparalleled.

Fresh parsley, garlic, capers, diced tomatoes, and Kalamata olives are the base for this briny Italian classic. Crispy chicken cutlets are browned and placed on top of short-grain orzo for a satisfying and nourishing meal.

Who wouldn't love this creamy pasta dish? Adding sautéed mushrooms to the meal is the perfect way to sneak vegetables into a hearty, indulgent meal.

Even kids will be able to handle the heat in this easy weeknight pasta dish. The heat comes from ¼-teaspoon of red pepper flakes, but feel free to use less or more depending on just how hot you like it.

This Japanese-inspired, one-bowl dinner combines frozen, shelled edamame with cabbage and chicken in a light, tangy sauce.

The earthly goodness of kale, the brightness of lemon zest, and the richness of ricotta and Parmesan cheeses blend wonderfully in this healthy, satisfying dish.

This lighter take on lasagna layers noodles with chicken breasts, fresh summer squash, marinara sauce, and Parmesan for a satisfying meal that's not too heavy.

Sliced chicken breast, mushrooms, and sun-dried tomatoes are tossed with penne pasta and a creamy garlic-provolone sauce for a cheesy, bubbling, and flavorful casserole.

Thanks to store-bought rotisserie chicken, this light and fresh pasta dinner is ready in just 15 minutes and is as delicious as it is quick to make.

Equal parts savory, sweet, tangy, and spicy, the dressing is what makes this one-bowl meal irresistible. Garnish the salad with your choice of toppings, including bean sprouts, scallions, fresh mint, and chopped peanuts.

Two pantry staples—canned artichoke hearts and capers—create a quick, sophisticated sauce for sautéed chicken cutlets. Serve on a bed of angel hair or any other pasta you have on hand.

This baked linguine with a bubbling, creamy Parmesan-white wine sauce and a mix of sautéed mushrooms, peas, and shredded rotisserie chicken might just be your new weeknight go-to.

Lean chicken sausage and lots of veggies keep this dish healthy while not skimping on flavor. If you don't have broccoli rabe, any leafy green—such as kale or Swiss chard—will do.

Inspired by a caprese salad, this quick pasta dish combines tomatoes, basil, and creamy fresh mozzarella with grilled chicken. No time to fire up the grill? This recipe is great with rotisserie chicken, too.

A simple sauce of garlic, onion, and cream envelops wide ribbons of pasta and sautéed chicken breast. Make a green salad while the sauce simmers, and dinner is ready in about half an hour.