Tue, July 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM UTC
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“Pasta night just got a whole lot easier,” according to Executive Culinary Producer Nicole McLaughlin. She rounded up five of her favorite easy pasta dinners that come together in one pan and said, “per usual, nothing boring.” From Crock-Pot classics to simple skillet suppers, you’ll come back to these tried-and-true recipes again and again.
01 of 05
Crock-Pot Creamy Chicken Pot Pasta
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“Delicious! I am pleasantly surprised with the outcome of this Crock-Pot meal. Tastes just like chicken pot pie filling. So easy and so simple and so good! Will be making this often.” —Yoly
02 of 05
One-Pan Dirty Spaghetti
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“This is my favorite method for making dirty spaghetti in one pan, which not only means fewer dishes, but the pasta absorbs more flavor than if boiled separately. Andouille, Worcestershire sauce, and lots of vegetables and seasonings make it really ‘dirty,’ meaning really flavorful. Here, the term ‘flavor bomb’ is an understatement.” —Chef John
03 of 05
One Pan Tipsy Chicken and Noodles
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“Delicious! Family immediately said, ‘It’s a keeper!’” —Jackie
04 of 05
One-Pan Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Bake
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“Super easy and quite tasty.” —Catherine
05 of 05
Turkey Taco Skillet Lasagna
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This turkey taco skillet lasagna is a one-pot dinner, with ground turkey, salsa, black beans, and Monterey Jack cheese around lasagna noodles that cook right in the same skillet. It’s family friendly, budget friendly, and easy to make.
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