20+ Baked Pasta Recipes That Are Sure to Become a Family Favorite (2024)

One of The Pioneer Woman's favorite pasta dishes also happens to be her favorite casserole dish. This chicken spaghetti is clearly an all-around win.

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This version of baked ziti is loaded with cheese and a hearty meat sauce. "There must be meat. Meat there must be," Ree says.

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This Italian food mash-up combines two family-favorites: pizza and lasagna! The crispy slices of pepperoni on top are an added bonus.

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This rich and creamy baked gnocchi is like an elevated mac and cheese. It's perfect for impressing guests or just upgrading family dinners.

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Creamy baked noodles are even better when they're layered with a hearty meat sauce. You can use any ground beef, but ground chuck will take the flavor to the next level.

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Instead of your typical lasagna noodles, this white sauce lasagna uses packaged ravioli instead. It's a fun and cheesy way to switch up your weeknight dinner.

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Rich, creamy, and hearty—these stuffed shells are the ultimate comfort food. Assemble the casserole ahead of time, then keep it in the refrigerator until it's time to bake.

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One of Ree's favorite ingredients for transforming pasta dishes is pesto. It's herby, fresh, and so easy—especially when you find a favorite brand in the grocery store.

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This lasagna is a Drummond family favorite. Ree's mom used to make it for potlucks and now she shares it with just about anybody! Everyone can agree it's earned its name as, "Best-Ever."

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While some people prefer stove top mac and cheese, there's something wonderful about the crispy layer of cheese from this baked variation. Best of all—it comes together in just 30 minutes!

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Chicken parmesan is one of those crowd-pleasing dinners that comes in a variety of forms. From chicken parm subs to chicken parm pizza, and this chicken parm pasta bake is another crowd-pleasing hit.

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Not only does this pasta recipe have a rich and decadent cream sauce, but the shells are stuffed with ricotta and topped with mozzarella and parmesan for an extra cheesy dinner.

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Here's a fun way to get your family to eat more veggies: layer squash, mushrooms, and peppers between noodles, red sauce, and cheese.

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To upgrade this classic baked dish, Ree infuses the flavors of creamy spinach-artichoke dip with the noodles and canned tuna. It's a fun twist that the whole family will love.

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This variation on classic lasagna skips the layering of noodles in favor of individual roll-ups. You can bake off as much as you need, then freeze the rest—it's perfect for dinner for two.

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This skillet mac and cheese has a layer of seasoned breadcrumbs on top that gives it a welcome crunch. Bake until just bubbly, golden, and crisp.

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To brighten up this baked pasta dish, the creamy sauce is made with citrusy lemon juice and zest. Plus, the fresh parsley brings a pop of color.

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When the weather outside is chilly, this cozy lasagna should be put on repeat. It has fall-inspired flavors like butternut squash and sage, plus hearty sausage for the perfect one-pan meal.

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Turn pasta night into a festive Tex-Mex feast with this flavorful chicken-noodle casserole. It's filled with corn, beans, salsa, and spices. Plus, it's a great way to use leftover roast chicken!

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This 5-ingredient baked pasta couldn’t be easier! Use frozen pre-cooked meatballs if you’re in a time crunch or try stick to your favorite homemade meatball recipe—either way, it’s sure to be delicious.

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