My family loves a good cheesy pasta recipe! I would say we eat some kind of pasta recipe at least once a week, sometimes twice. And yes, oftentimes it’s cheesy too!
It’s one of those things that I know my kids will likely eat and a great way to get some added protein in them.
I often find myself sifting through my recipe binder for a cheesy recipe to make that week and thought it might be helpful to me AND you if I compile a big list of great cheesy recipes. You’re going to love these!
Cheesy Pasta Recipes You're Going to Love!
Are you looking for great cheesy pasta dishes for your weekly menu? I've got tons of great options for you!
Your family will love these delicious pasta recipes that feature ingredients like olive oil, chicken broth, white wine, ground beef, sun-dried tomatoes, and of course, lots of different kinds of cheese!
Three Meat Million Dollar Spaghetti Recipe
Looking to spice up your boring spaghetti? If so, this easy pasta recipe is for you! Full of flavors, you'll enjoy the creamy deliciousness Three Meat Million Dollar Spaghetti delivers!
Creamy Chicken Alfredo Recipe
If you’re on the hunt for an easy creamy Chicken Alfredo recipe, this is the one you will want. It includes delicious chicken breasts and tender noodles, all coated in the most dreamy cream sauce you’ll ever taste. It’s truly a showstopper meal that your family will request time and time again!
Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake
This delicious buffalo chicken pasta bake made with penne pasta if bursting with flavor but not too spicy for even kids to enjoy it! The next time you're craving buffalo chicken dip, try it as a meal instead!
Homemade Hamburger Helper Recipe
Busy weeknights are a great time to make this delicious, cheesy pasta and ground beef dish! Your family will love this easy homemade hamburger helper recipe! It's a great recipe we make again and again!
Classic Baked Stuffed Shells Recipe
This Classic Baked Stuffed Shells recipe is sure to satisfy your craving for Italian food!
Classic Baked Stuffed Shells Recipe is a comfort food classic that’s great for feeding a crowd! It's an easy meal that is loved by children and adults alike. Filled with three types of cheeses, then covered in marinara sauce, and topped with more cheese, just bake to golden brown perfection, and pair it with a simple green salad for an irresistible meal.
Instant Pot Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta Recipe
A delicious, creamy chicken pasta dish (featuring cream cheese and parmesan cheese) that you can fix in the Instant Pot or pressure cooker.
Easy Spaghetti Salad Recipe
This pasta recipe with just a few simple ingredients is a summer favorite at our home. It is SO easy to fix and the Italian dressing mixed with parmesan cheese is a flavor combination you are going to love!
Country Cowboy Casserole Recipe
A delicious cheesy chicken casserole that the whole family will love - it even has veggies!
Cheesy Italian Beef Pasta Casserole Recipe
This creamy, cheesy casserole combines enough spice and flavor to please every palate. Definitely a crowd-pleaser that works well for a family supper or even a potluck.
Delicious Cheesy Mexican Taco Casserole Recipe with Large Shell Pasta - a Family Favorite!
If you’re in the mood for a Mexican casserole that feeds a crowd and won’t take too long to make, this is a great choice! If you love tacos, you are going to love this cheesy Mexican Taco Casserole recipe!
Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Pasta is classic comfort food that will have your family begging for more! An easy and affordable meal that’s made in one pot
Chicken Spinach Mushroom Pasta
This easy-to-make recipe cheesy chicken pasta is full of flavor! Chicken, spinach, mushrooms and pasta make up the base of this recipe. Topped with melted mozzarella, you'll make this recipe again and again!
Espagueti Verde (Green Spaghetti with Poblano Cream Sauce)
This pasta gets its nice green hue thanks to the poblanos and cilantro. This one-pot pasta dish is rich and very simple to make.
Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups - The Olive Blogger
An easy weeknight dinner that is loaded with cheese - the addition of spinach makes it a dish you're happy to have the kiddos eat! This delicious pasta recipe is a must-try!
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo
Cheesy chicken broccoli orzo is a flavorful one pan meal that the entire family will enjoy. Orzo, chicken, and broccoli are coated in a creamy cheese sauce.
Bacon Ranch Cheddar Mac n Cheese Pasta
This simple macaroni and cheese recipe is bursting with flavor and so quick and easy to make! It will become a favorite for busy weeknights!
Kluski z Serem (Polish Cottage Cheese Pasta)
Kluski z Serem (aka Polish Pasta with Cottage Cheese Recipe) pairs soft, fluffy egg noodles with buttery caramelized onion, cottage cheese, sour cream, salt, and black pepper for a satisfying and easy comfort food meal that’s similar to macaroni and cheese.
Creamy Lemon Chicken Spaghetti
If you're a big fan of lemon and chicken combos, you gotta try Creamy Lemon Chicken Spaghetti. The tartness of lemon paired with the smoothness of Alfredo sauce will make you fall in love at first bite!
Instant Pot Chicken Spaghetti
Instant Pot chicken spaghetti is an easy, cheesy spaghetti recipe. This simple creamy pasta recipe turns pantry-staple ingredients into dinner in less than 30 minutes!
Baked Feta Pasta
Baked Feta Pasta is a pasta dish made with creamy, tomato-feta cheese-based sauce. This luscious, flavorful pasta dish is easy to make, uses a handful of ingredients, and comes together in under 30 minutes. This cheesy pasta bake is perfect for weeknight dinners or even for that special date night!
Three Cheese Baked Ziti Recipe
The key to this three-cheese baked ziti is the creamy and rich cheese mixture made with shredded mozzarella, ricotta and parmesan cheese. It's all made in just one pan and finished off in the oven for a wonderful textured finish. This easy pasta dish is truly a comfort food that will become an instant family favorite!
FETTUCCINE ALFREDO
Fettuccine Alfredo or Fettuccine Al Burro is one of the classic & rich Italian pasta recipes that is creamy, buttery, and cheesy, and where fettuccine pasta is tossed in the best and easy homemade alfredo sauce.
Crockpot Express Pizza Pasta
Crockpot Express Pizza Pasta is a family-friendly dinner that you can easily adjust with your own favorite pizza toppings! Serve with breadsticks and salad for a satisfying and delicious dinner.
Lobster Mushroom Recipe
This cheesy creamy pasta is so delicious and vegetarian! Ready in less than 15 minutes!
One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta
This easy one pot meal comes together in about 30 minutes, is loaded with taco flavors and is seriously comforting (and nourishing)!
It also has totally customizable toppings, making this a fun eating experience for the whole family!
Lemon Ricotta Pasta
Need a quick weeknight dinner? This zesty lemon ricotta pasta is the perfect recipe. Featuring ripe cherry tomatoes and fresh basil in a creamy garlic lemon ricotta sauce, it’s comforting yet light at the same time.
No Boil Rigatoni and Meatball Casserole
Did you know you can make cheesy baked rigatoni without having to boil any water? Well you can! This yummy no boil rigatoni and meatball bake is a tasty meal the whole family will love.
Manicotti
This super simple and delicious manicotti made with spinach and chicken, topped with cheesy goodness. This meal will be an instant family hit!
Chicken (or Turkey) Cheesy Alfredo Casserole
Chicken {Turkey} Cheesy Alfredo Casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey and it will give the family a new favorite too!
Pepperoni White Pizza Skillet Recipe
This comforting white pizza pasta skillet is cheesy, creamy, and comforting with everyone's favorite pizza topping - pepperoni!
Ground Turkey Pasta Recipe
This Ground Turkey Pasta Recipe is a super cheesy, easy-to-make, and flavorful weeknight dinner made with lean ground turkey and pasta smothered in a creamy tomato sauce. This cheesy turkey pasta recipe is guaranteed to have the whole family begging for seconds!
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
This Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole makes an easy, comforting dinner any day of the week. It’s a delicious one-pot meal the whole family will love!
Italian Sausage Pasta Bake
This Italian Sausage Pasta Bake is an easy weeknight meal the whole family will love. Sweet Italian Style Chicken Sausage is mixed with pasta, tomato sauce, and cheese and baked to perfection!
Cheesy Conchiglie Pasta al Forno
This Italian version of mac n cheese is made with pasta shells, béchamel, fontina cheese and grated grana padano or Parmigiano! It's creamy and cheesy and easy to make! Perfect served in individual portions when entertaining.
Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta Recipe
Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta is a comforting and cheesy dump-and-start recipe. It is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner!
Cheesy Vegetable Orzo
Cheesy Vegetable Orzo is a quick, easy, economical side dish that will convert even your worst vegetable haters into zucchini-eaters.
Skillet Lasagna (One Pot + 30 Minutes!)
I love one-pot meals, don't you? Skillet Lasagna is the easiest, fastest way to make homemade lasagna! It's cheesy, and comforting and is made in one pot in just 30 minutes!
Creamy Pesto Goat Cheese Pasta
Ham and Cheese Pasta Bake
Ham and cheese pasta bake made with staple ingredients, things that you are very likely to have in the fridge or pantry. A family-friendly recipe perfect for any time of the week.
Cream Cheese Pasta
This cream cheese pasta is easy to make with only 7 ingredients! And, you can make it in only about 25 minutes, using only 1 pan! This cream cheese sauce combined with pasta noodles is a winning combination!
Easy Chicken Tetrazzini
This Chicken Tetrazzini is easy, creamy, cheesy, delicious, and loved by everyone! It’s classic comfort food and a perfect dinner for the entire family. Great make-ahead meal and is freezer-friendly, too.
Which cheesy pasta recipe are you going to try first? Let me know which ones you try and which ones are your favorites!
Leela
Thursday 26th of January 2023
So many delicious recipes to choose from!
Lauryn R
Wednesday 25th of January 2023
Pasta is my all-time favorite thing to eat! All of these cheesy recipes sound delicious, I will definitely be pinning this for later. Thank you so much for sharing these!
Maria Egan
Wednesday 25th of January 2023
These are the kind of recipes I use when my grandkids visit. They really like the Ham and Cheese Pasta Bake and the Cheesy Alfredo.