Best 7 Pasta Skillet Dinner Recipes

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Cooking a pasta skillet dinner is a great way to enjoy a quick, easy, and flavorful meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for busy weeknights. From classic one-pot pasta dishes to creative skillet pasta recipes, there are endless possibilities for creating a flavorful and satisfying pasta skillet dinner. Whether you prefer a creamy pesto pasta, a spicy arrabbiata, or a simple aglio e olio, you're sure to find a pasta skillet recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied.

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SKILLET PASTA AND BEEF DINNER



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Save any leftovers, then send to school heated and stored in a thermos for a warm lunchtime treat.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 lb. lean ground beef
1 jar (1 lb. 10 oz.) Ragú® Old World Style® Pasta Sauce
3 cups water
12 ounces uncooked whole wheat rotini pasta
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (about 4 oz.)

Steps:

  • 1. Brown ground beef in 12-inch skillet; drain.
  • 2. Stir in Pasta Sauce and water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in uncooked rotini and return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook covered, stirring occasionally, 14 minutes or until rotini is tender. Remove from heat, then sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

VEGETARIAN ITALIAN PASTA SKILLET DINNER



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A 30-minute meatless skillet dinner, made with a can of Progresso™ Light soup, comes to the rescue and serves two.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/3 cups frozen sausage-style soy-protein crumbles
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup coarsely chopped onion (1 medium)
1 can (18.5 oz) Progresso™ Light Italian-style vegetable soup
3/4 cup uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (2 oz)
2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese (1 oz)

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook soy crumbles, mushrooms and onion over medium-high heat 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until crumbles are hot and vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in soup. Cover; heat to boiling. Stir in pasta; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add spinach; cook uncovered 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until spinach is hot and just begins to wilt. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1430 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOPPY JOE PASTA SKILLET DINNER



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I had some leftovers from Recipe#146372 and I didn't want to make anymore Sloppy Joes,so I came up with this. For the pasta I used elbow macaroni,but feel free to use what you have on hand.And for the meat,use what ever you have leftover from any Sloppy Joe recipe.I suggest using the mild Ro-Tel,the original might be to hot for the kiddos :). Submitted to "ZAAR" on January 25th,2008

Provided by Chef shapeweaver

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 ounces pasta (uncooked)
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup sloppy joe meat
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
10 ounces diced tomatoes and green chilies (I used a regular Sized can of Ro-Tel)
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (divided)

Steps:

  • In a 10 inch non-stick skillet over medium heat add water.
  • When water reaches boiling point add pasta,and cook until desired doneness is reached.(I cook mine al dente').
  • Drain and return to skillet.
  • Add meat,rotel, corn and 1 cup of cheese.
  • Stirring until meat is heated through and cheese is melted.
  • Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 34.6, Sodium 566.1, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2, Protein 11.9

PASTA SKILLET DINNER



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Perfect after a day of shopping. Six ingredients become supper for four in less than 30 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups uncooked ziti pasta (7 oz)
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 jar (14 oz) tomato pasta sauce (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package; drain. Cover to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in pasta sauce and water. Reduce heat to medium; simmer uncovered 5 minutes.
  • Stir in cooked pasta. In small bowl, mix sour cream and cheese. Spoon over pasta mixture. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 6 to 8 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 660, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 920 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1 g

PASTA SKILLET DINNER



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I found this recipe in the Food Network Magazine. Quick, Easy and Tasty. Just as good reheated, so, great for lunches.

Provided by queenbeatrice

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups ziti pasta, uncooked
1 lb lean ground beef
1 (14 ounce) jar pasta sauce
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package; drain. Cover to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, in 10 inch skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir in pasta sauce and water. Reduce heat to medium, simmer uncovered 5 minutes.
  • Stir in cooked pasta.
  • In small bowl, mix sour cream and cheese. Spoon over pasta mixture. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 6 to 8 minutes, or until thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643.2, Fat 29.9, SaturatedFat 14.8, Cholesterol 116, Sodium 746, Carbohydrate 52, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 9.9, Protein 39.4

VEGETARIAN ITALIAN PASTA SKILLET DINNER



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A 30-minute meatless skillet dinner, made with a can of Progresso™ Light soup, comes to the rescue and serves two.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/3 cups frozen sausage-style soy-protein crumbles
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup coarsely chopped onion (1 medium)
1 can (18.5 oz) Progresso™ Light Italian-style vegetable soup
3/4 cup uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (2 oz)
2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese (1 oz)

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook soy crumbles, mushrooms and onion over medium-high heat 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until crumbles are hot and vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in soup. Cover; heat to boiling. Stir in pasta; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add spinach; cook uncovered 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until spinach is hot and just begins to wilt. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1430 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

PASTA SKILLET DINNER



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My family loves this main dish.

Provided by Eve Peterson

Categories     Pasta

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 c uncooked ziti pasta
1 lb ground beef
1 jar(s) tomato pasta sauce
1/2 c water
1/2 c sour cream
1 c shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta as directed, drain. Cover and keep warm.
  • 2. In a 10 inch skillet, cook beef over medium high heat, stirring frequently until cooked, drain. Stir in pasta sauce and water. Reduce heat to medium simmer uncovered 5 minutes.
  • 3. Stir in cooked pasta. In a small bowl, mix sour cream and cheese. Spoon over pasta mixture. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 6 to 8 minutes.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure all of your ingredients are prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling during the cooking process.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Whenever possible, use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. This includes vegetables, herbs, and spices.
  • Don't Overcook the Pasta: Pasta should be cooked al dente, which means it should be firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Season to Taste: Don't be afraid to add salt and pepper to taste. This will help to enhance the flavors of the dish.
  • Use a Variety of Vegetables: Don't just stick to one or two vegetables. Use a variety of vegetables to add color, texture, and flavor to your pasta skillet dinner.
  • Add Protein: If you want a more substantial meal, add some protein to your pasta skillet dinner. Good options include chicken, beef, sausage, or tofu.
  • Garnish Before Serving: Before you serve your pasta skillet dinner, garnish it with fresh herbs, grated cheese, or a drizzle of olive oil.

Conclusion:

Pasta skillet dinners are a quick, easy, and delicious way to get a healthy meal on the table. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a pasta skillet dinner that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a weeknight meal that's both tasty and nutritious, give one of these recipes a try.

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