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Pasta Recipes for Two

Pasta recipes for two make the perfect meal for any occasion—whether it’s a quick and cozy weeknight dinner, a romantic date night, or a fun evening of cooking together. These dishes come together in under 30 minutes, featuring fresh ingredients in everything from comforting oven bakes to vibrant skillet pastas and flavorful one-pot wonders.

From rich, slow-simmered ragùs to bright and zesty vegetarian creations, and even plant-based twists on classic favorites, each recipe is perfectly portioned for two. So grab your favorite pasta, pour a glass of wine, and enjoy a delicious meal made just for you and your favorite dining companion!

Chicken Pastas

These easy and delicious chicken pasta recipes are perfect for using up leftover chicken or cooking it fresh right in the skillet—no extra fuss required! Each dish is perfectly portioned for two, making weeknight dinners effortless and satisfying. From creamy, comforting classics to light and zesty favorites, these recipes come together quickly for a meal that’s as easy as it is delicious.

  • Spaghetti pie with chicken ricotta meatballs in a 56 inch silver cake pan sitting on top of a striped towel with marinara sauce in a bowl alongside.
    Spaghetti Pie with Chicken Ricotta Meatballs
  • Gochujang chicken and cheese tortellini pasta bake in a black cast-iron skillet garnished with scallions.
    Gochujang Chicken and Cheese Tortellini Pasta Bake
  • Baked pesto chicken breasts on a bed of ravioli with tomatoes and melted mozzarella
    Baked pesto chicken breasts + how to bake chicken breasts tips
  • Sesame noodles topped with sliced chicken, diced cucumber and scallions and asparagus tips in a past bowl
    Sesame Noodles Recipe with Chicken and Asparagus For Two
  • Chicken Broccoli Pasta Casserole-For Two baked in a cast iron skillet served on 2 dinner plates
    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Casserole (Weeknight Pasta for Two)
  • Easy one-pot chicken orzo recipe for two in a red dutch oven and on 2 white serving plates with dill, feta, artichokes and olives
    Easy One-Pot Chicken and Orzo Weeknight Dinner For Two

Italian Pasta Recipes

Bring the flavors of Italy to your table with these delicious Italian recipes, perfectly portioned for two. From rich and hearty pasta dishes to light and vibrant favorites, each recipe is made with fresh ingredients and simple techniques for an effortless yet authentic meal. Whether you're craving a cozy weeknight dinner or a romantic date-night feast, these recipes make it easy to enjoy classic Italian flavors without the extra leftovers!

  • Orecchiette and creamy broccoli pasta sauce in a block bowl with a white rim on a wooden table.
    Orecchiette and Creamy Broccoli Pasta Sauce
  • Authentic pasta fagioli with pancetta recipe in a white serving bowl.
    Authentic Pasta Fagioli with Pancetta Recipe (Pasta and Bean Soup)
  • Proscuitto pasta with fresh tomatoes, mushrooms and cooked prosciutto garnished with parmesan cheese and lemon zest in a white bowl
    Prosciutto Pasta Recipe For Two
  • Orecchiette Pasta with broccolini and sun dried tomatoes in 2 black bowls
    Orecchiette Pasta with Broccolini and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
  • Authentic Italian Alfredo sauce in a tuscan glazed pasta bowl garnished with parsley
    Best Ever Authentic Italian Alfredo Sauce Recipe
  • Sicilian Meatballs for Two on a bed of pasta served on a tan plate
    Sicilian Meatballs For Two (Date-Night Dinner)

Lasagna and Pasta Bakes For Two

Enjoy all the comfort of homemade lasagna without the extra leftovers! These lasagna and pasta bake recipes for two are perfectly portioned and baked in a loaf pan or individual ramekins for just the right amount.

  • small-batch lasagna rollups with sun dried tomato pesto serving on a blue plate garnished with basil.
    Small-batch Lasagna Roll Ups with Sun-dried Tomato Pesto
  • Individual ramekins of turkey lasagna for two
    Easy Turkey Lasagna for Two
  • A single slice of Greek casserole of baked ziti with lamb and eggplant on a beige plate.
    Greek Baked Ziti with Lamb and Eggplant Casserole
  • easy lasagna for two recipe using lefover pot roast made in an individual white ramekin.
    Easy Lasagna for Two Recipe using Leftover Pot Roast
  • Baked lamb ragu with gnocchi in white ramakins on a wood table with a mason jar of ragu, garlic, parmesan and a cheese grater
    Baked Lamb Ragu With Gnocchi For Two
  • Spaghetti Squash Lasagna is a spaghetti squash split in half stuffed with lasagna ingredients
    Spaghetti Squash Lasagna For Two

Seafood Pastas

Light, flavorful, and effortlessly elegant—these seafood pasta recipes for two are perfect for a special dinner or a quick, restaurant-quality meal at home. Featuring fresh shrimp, scallops, and more, each dish comes together in under 30 minutes for a delicious balance of simplicity and indulgence. Whether you crave a creamy seafood pasta or a bright, lemony garlic-infused dish, these recipes bring the taste of the sea straight to your table.

  • Easy Shrimp Pasta Recipe (Weeknight Dinner For Two)A white wine and diced tomato sauce covers a Garlic sautéed Shrimp Pasta garnished with fresh herbs and parmesan
    Easy Shrimp Pasta Recipe (Weeknight Dinner For Two)
  • 2 bowls filled with smoked sausage, chicken, peppers , penne pasta in a spicy cajun Alfredo sauce sitting on a table with two forks
    Johnny's Cajun Pasta
  • Baked Halibut on a bed of mushroom ravioli and a creamy alfredo sauce with green peas
    Baked Halibut Recipe

Vegetarian Pastas

These vegetarian pasta recipes for two are packed with fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and satisfying textures—no meat required!

  • Sausage and bell pepper pasta using plant based ladled on top of penne tossed in authentic Italian alfredo sauce.
    Plant-based Italian sausage and bell pepper pasta
  • Pumpkin sauce for pasta tossed with cheese ravioli with crispy fried sage leaves and toasted pecans on the top served on a blue plate.
    Pumpkin Sauce for Pasta
  • Pistachio Pesto Penne Pasta in a bowl sprinkled with parmesan and chopped pistachios with a basil garnish in a white bowl on a dark blue table
    One Pot Pistachio Pasta For Two
  • Roasted Cherry Tomato Pasta Recipe for two tossed with basil pesto, roasted garlic, roasted shallots and fried pepperoncini panko topping in a white pasta bowl surrounded by pints of cherry tomatoes
    Roasted Cherry Tomato Pasta Recipe For Two
  • Orecchiette Pasta with broccolini and sun dried tomatoes in 2 black bowls
    Orecchiette Pasta with Broccolini and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Cold Pasta Salads

These cold pasta salads for two are fresh, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a light lunch, a picnic, or a simple side dish. Made with crisp veggies, vibrant dressings, and delicious add-ins like chicken or seafood, each recipe is perfectly portioned and comes together in no time. Refreshing and satisfying, these pasta salads are a go-to for easy, make-ahead meals!

  • Chicken Salad with rotini pasta, dried cherries, whole almonds in a poppy seed dressing in a ramekin
    Chicken Salad with Pasta and Dried Cherries
  • Cold tuna pasta salad with apples and pecans tailored for two in a green bowl on a wood table surrounded by dry pasta, lemon, onion and a small marble bowl of salt and a tarragon sprig.
    Cold Waldorf Tuna Pasta Salad with Apples and Pecans

More Pasta Dinners for Two

Looking for even more delicious pasta recipes perfectly portioned for two? This collection has something for every craving—from creamy, indulgent dishes to light and zesty favorites. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick skillet meal, a cozy baked pasta, or a unique new flavor combination, these recipes make dinnertime easy, satisfying, and full of flavor!

  • Lazy ravioli lasagna with white sauce and asparagus tips and lemon slices garnish.
    Lazy Ravioli and Vegetable Lasagna in White Sauce
  • Beef stroganoff with flank steak, mushrooms and pasta on a white plate garnished with parsley.
    Beef Stroganoff with Flank Steak, Mushrooms and Pasta
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