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Slurp-Worthy Noodles 25 Recipes for Every Craving

Erren Hart

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09/10/2024

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Weeknight dinners can often feel repetitive, but it’s time to change that! Explore these 25 vibrant pasta and noodle dishes bursting with flavor. From creamy sauces to colorful vegetables, find plenty of ideas to elevate your pasta nights with delicious and satisfying meals.

Perfect Chinese Noodles {Lo Mein}

Chinese Noodles in a bowl with chopsticks
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Craving takeout? This Lo Mein recipe proves you can create a restaurant-quality Chinese meal at home using fresh ingredients and simple techniques.

Get The Recipe: Perfect Chinese Noodles {Lo Mein}

Spicy Shrimp Spaghetti

Shrimp spaghetti twirled on a fork.
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Perfectly cooked al dente spaghetti is an ideal base for tender, juicy shrimp. The dish shines with a lively tomato sauce infused with the essence of garlic, white wine, and fresh herbs, bringing a burst of vibrant flavors to each bite.

Get The Recipe: Shrimp Spaghetti

Vegetarian Penne Pasta

penne, with vegan sausage, and vegetables in a pan.
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This delicious vegetarian penne pasta showcases tasty plant-based sausage, combined with a flavorful tomato sauce and fresh herbs, creating an ideal meal for any weeknight.

Get the recipe: Vegan Penne Pasta

Chicken Cutlets with Sundried Tomato Cream Sauce On Pasta

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Dinnertime just got easier! This Chicken Cutlets with Sundried Tomato Cream Sauce recipe is a one-pan wonder, meaning less mess and more time to enjoy your delicious meal.

Get The Recipe: Chicken Cutlets with Sundried Tomato Cream Sauce

Chicken Lo Mein

Chopsticks holding a chicken lo mein with noodles, vegetables, and chicken, set against a white background.
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Ditch the takeout menus! This recipe unlocks the secrets of restaurant-worthy chicken lo mein, all from the comfort of your kitchen. It’s surprisingly easy to follow, making it the perfect weeknight dinner that will have everyone at the table raving.

Get The Recipe: Chicken Lo Mein

Pasta Alla Norma

A close up image of pasta with an eggplant tomato sauce.
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Learn to perfect the classic Italian dish, Pasta Alla Norma, with our straightforward, step-by-step guide and professional tips. This easy and tasty meal is perfect for any occasion.

Get The Recipe: Pasta Alla Norma

Mushroom Pasta Sauce

A close up image of plate with a serving of spaghetti topped with a tomato mushroom sauce.
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Fresh mushrooms are simmered to perfection in a rich tomato sauce, releasing their earthy depth and umami richness. Combined with a touch of acidity and fragrant herbs, this sauce creates a satisfying vegetarian dinner that’s healthy and incredibly delicious.

Get The Recipe: Mushroom Pasta Sauce

Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca

Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca freshly served and ready to eat.
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Create a delicious and hassle-free family meal with this Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca recipe! Made with pantry staples and ready in no time, it’s a simple dish that delivers big on flavor and satisfaction for the whole family.

Get The Recipe: Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca

Quick & Easy Chinese Noodle Soup

Chinese Noodle Soup in a bowl with sliced green onions on top.
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Skip the complicated recipes and embrace this flavorful soup! It comes together effortlessly in a single pot, bursting with vibrant ingredients that create a delicious and satisfying meal.

Get The Recipe: Quick & Easy Chinese Noodle Soup

Pasta With Cauliflower

a spoonful of cauliflower sauce being added to a dish of pasta.
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This rustic pasta dish comes together in just 30 minutes, bringing hearty flavors to your table in a flash. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese adds the perfect finishing touch for a satisfying and speedy meal.

Get The Recipe: Pasta With Cauliflower

Chicken Tortellini Soup

A bowl of comforting Chicken Tortellini Soup, with a spoon.
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There’s nothing quite like a steaming bowl of Chicken Tortellini Soup to warm your heart and soul. This simple recipe features tender chicken and pillowy tortellini swimming in a flavorful broth, creating a comforting and satisfying dish that’s easy to prepare any day of the week.

Get The Recipe: Chicken Tortellini Soup

Chicken Mushroom Alfredo

a close up image of chicken and mushroom fettuccine alfredo on a white plate.
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This recipe unlocks the secrets of a classic dish. Fettuccine noodles are tossed in a decadent Alfredo sauce bursting with garlic, Parmesan cheese, tender chicken, and savory mushrooms. It’s surprisingly easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress your taste buds.

Get The Recipe: Chicken Mushroom Alfredo

Thai Curry Noodles with Chicken

Thai Curry Noodles with Chicken
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This Thai curry noodle soup recipe is a blank canvas for your culinary creativity! A creamy and tangy base infused with Asian flavors creates the perfect foundation for a family meal. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or protein for a truly customizable and satisfying dish.

Get The Recipe: Thai Curry Noodles with Chicken

Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta

This recipe for Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta from Erren's Kitchen is a rich and delicious one pot dish that's simple to make and ready in just 20 minutes.
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This simple Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta recipe is a rich and delicious one-pot meal that’s easy to make and ready in just 30 minutes.

Get The Recipe: Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta

Chinese Beef Noodle Soup

A white bowl containing beef noodle soup with a dark broth, slices of beef, white noodles, and green scallions on top.
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This recipe is your answer to a quick and comforting meal. Packed with flavor and healthy ingredients, it’s surprisingly easy to prepare, leaving you with a delicious and nourishing soup in no time.

Get The Recipe: Chinese Beef Noodle Soup

Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta with Chicken

a white plate with Chicken Sundried Tomato Pasta and a fork.
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This recipe is all about convenience and flavor! Juicy chicken and sun-dried tomatoes bathe in a luxurious cream sauce, coming together in a 30-minute masterpiece. It’s a weeknight dinner win that’s guaranteed to satisfy.

Get The Recipe: Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta with Chicken

Tortellini Alfredo

A bowl of Tortellini with cream sauce, spinach and bacon bits
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Indulge your senses with this rich and flavorful pasta dish. Creamy garlic sauce mingles with salty pancetta, vibrant spinach, and your favorite pasta for a delightful interplay of textures and tastes. It’s a culinary adventure in every bite!

Get The Recipe: Tortellini Alfredo

Spaghetti and Meatballs

a close up of Spaghetti and Meatballs on a plate with a fork
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Skip the jar! These homemade Italian meatballs are simmered in rich spaghetti sauce for a taste of authentic Italian comfort food.

Get The Recipe: Spaghetti and Meatballs

Parmesan Lemon Orzo Pasta

Parmesan Lemon Orzo Pasta in a bowl with a serving spoon.
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A creamy sauce infused with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of lemon zest coats your favorite ingredients in this easy one-pan wonder. A final squeeze of lemon juice adds a burst of brightness for a flavor explosion in every bite.

Get The Recipe: Parmesan Lemon Orzo Pasta

Spaghetti Alla Carbonara

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This recipe isn’t just spaghetti – it’s an experience! Silky egg and cheese sauce clings to every strand of pasta, while crispy bacon adds a salty, smoky counterpoint. It’s a flavor explosion that’s surprisingly easy to make.

Get The Recipe: Spaghetti Alla Carbonara

Pasta E Fagioli Soup

a close up image of Pasta Fagioli Soup in a large pot.
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Pasta Fagioli Soup is a classic Italian dish. This authentic and flavorful recipe provides a hearty, comforting meal sure to be loved by all.

Get The Recipe: Pasta Fagioli

Miso Ramen

a close up image of a bowl of Miso Ramen soup with a fork twirling the noodles
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Warm your soul with this Japanese-inspired Miso Ramen. Savory miso broth and tender ramen noodles meet crisp bok choy for a satisfying and easy weeknight meal.

Get The Recipe: Miso Ramen

Shrimp Alfredo

a pan of Fettuccine Alfredo with shrimp and garnished with parsley
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This recipe unlocks the secrets of a restaurant-quality meal at home. Juicy shrimp are tossed with fettuccine pasta and a delightful creamy garlic sauce, surprisingly easy to prepare yet guaranteed to impress. It’s a perfect weeknight meal that delivers both elegance and ease.

Get The Recipe: Shrimp Alfredo

Udon Soup

a close up image of of a bowl of Udon Soup topped with mushrooms, scallions, and a soft boiled egg
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Craving a taste of Japan in a hurry? This 15-minute Udon Soup delivers! Savory broth and tender noodles come together in a flash for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Get The Recipe: Udon Soup

The Best Fettuccine Alfredo of Your Life

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Forget everything else – this Fettuccine Alfredo recipe is pure indulgence! A luxurious cream sauce coats perfectly cooked fettuccine, creating a symphony of creamy richness that’s ready in just 20 minutes. It’s the ultimate comfort food fix!

Get The Recipe: The Best Fettuccine Alfredo of Your Life

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