Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta Ingredients: - 200g spaghetti - 300g shrimp, peeled and deveined - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 4 cloves garlic, minced - 1 cup heavy cream - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) - Salt and pepper to taste - Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Preparation Steps: 1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. 3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. 4. Stir in the shrimp, cooking until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes. 5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. 6. Mix in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy, then add red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. 7. Toss the cooked spaghetti in the skillet, coating it in the creamy sauce. 8. Serve garnished with chopped parsley. Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 25 mins Calories: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings Suggested Pairings: - Garlic bread - Steamed broccoli - Caesar salad #creamyshrimp #pastalovers #dinnerideas

Pesto and Ricotta Pasta Creamy Pesto and Ricotta Pasta with Garlic and Parmesan Ingredients: 12 oz fusilli or penne pasta 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese 1/2 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup reserved pasta water 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Lemon zest (optional) Directions: Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in pesto and cook for another minute. Add ricotta and reserved pasta water. Stir to combine into a creamy sauce. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Stir in grated Parmesan, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of lemon zest for brightness. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: Approximately 540 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #vegetarianrecipes #pastadish #basilpesto #ricottapasta #comfortfood #quickdinnerideas #weeknightmeals #homecooked #italiandinner #freshherbs #easypasta #pestolove #parmesancheese #garlicflavor #creamyricotta #dinnerunder30 #simpleingredients #easyrecipes #pastalovers #lightdinner Creamy, dreamy, and bursting with basil flavor! This Pesto & Ricotta Pasta is the ultimate comfort food made easy.

Chicken and Basil Pesto Pasta Creamy Chicken and Fresh Basil Pesto Pasta Delight Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti) 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (optional) For the Basil Pesto: 2 cups fresh basil leaves 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup pine nuts 2 garlic cloves 1/2 cup olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water. Meanwhile, season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked, about 5–6 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. To make the pesto, combine basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Toss cooked pasta with the pesto, adding reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time to loosen the sauce if needed. Add the cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Toss everything gently to combine. Top with toasted pine nuts before serving, if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: Approximately 540 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #basilpesto #pestopasta #chickenpasta #italianrecipes #quickmeals #familydinners #pastalovers #homemadepesto #comfortfood #easydinners #freshbasil #chickenrecipes #simplemeals #pastaideas #midweekmeals #garliclovers #weeknightdinner #foodblogfeed #healthyish #pastanight Creamy, herby, and packed with flavor – this Chicken & Basil Pesto Pasta is the weeknight dinner you’ve been dreaming of

Chicken and Spinach Alfredo Creamy Garlic Chicken Alfredo with Fresh Spinach Ingredients: 12 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thinly Salt and pepper to taste 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Season chicken slices with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly, and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Parmesan cheese and nutmeg, stirring until cheese is melted and sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes. Add chopped spinach and cooked chicken to the skillet. Cook for another 2 minutes until spinach wilts. Toss the cooked pasta in the Alfredo sauce until well coated. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 650 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenalfredo #creamyalfredo #spinachrecipes #pastalovers #italianfood #comfortfood #homemadealfredo #easyweeknightdinner #garliclover #pastarecipe #chickenrecipes #spinachdishes #familydinner #italianclassic #comfortfoodrecipes #weeknightmeals #creamyrecipes #foodie #parmesancheese #dinnerideas Craving creamy comfort? This Chicken and Spinach Alfredo is everything you want — rich, garlicky, and packed with tender chicken and fresh spinach!

Lemon and Arugula Chicken Pasta Zesty Lemon Chicken Pasta with Peppery Arugula and Garlic Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (penne or linguine) 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 cloves garlic, minced Zest and juice of 1 large lemon 2 cups fresh arugula 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Fresh basil or parsley for garnish Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 5-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet, let rest, then slice thinly. In the same skillet, add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and sauté garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine. Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the lemon garlic sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Add sliced chicken and fresh arugula, tossing gently until the arugula wilts slightly. Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: Approximately 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #chickenpasta #lemonpasta #arugula #italianfood #quickdinner #easyrecipes #weeknightmeals #healthyrecipes #freshingredients #garliclover #pastalovers #comfortfood #familydinner #foodie #homecooking #onepanmeal #simpleingredients #deliciousdinner #flavorfulmeals #freshherbs Brighten up dinner with this Zesty Lemon and Arugula Chicken Pasta! Tender chicken, peppery arugula, and fresh lemon create a vibrant, satisfying meal everyone will love!