Best Pasta Skillet Dinner Recipes

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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.

KIELBASA & PASTA SKILLET DINNER



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Make and share this Kielbasa & Pasta Skillet Dinner recipe from Food.com.

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces uncooked bow tie pasta (or other shape you prefer)
1 lb fully cooked kielbasa, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 1/2 cups low-fat milk
1 1/2 cups frozen baby peas
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  • In a large skillet, saute over medium heat, the sausage and garlic in butter.
  • Combine cornstarch and low-fat milk until smooth.
  • Gradually add the cornstarch mixture to the skillet.
  • Bring to a boil over medium high heat and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly or until thickened. (You may reduce the heat to medium after this comes to a boil to keep from scorching mixture).
  • Drain pasta and add to skillet.
  • Stir in peas and cook over medium heat until they are tender.
  • Reduce heat to medium low, add cheese and cook until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 825.8, Fat 49.7, SaturatedFat 21.4, Cholesterol 172.1, Sodium 1305.3, Carbohydrate 58.9, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 10.9, Protein 35.1

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

CHEESY PASTA & CHICKEN SKILLET DINNER



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Looking for a great skillet recipe for chicken thighs? Try this saucy dinner with rotini pasta and topped with melty cheese.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 Tbsp. KRAFT Italian Vinaigrette Dressing made with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 jar (24 oz.) CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
2 cups tri-colored rotini pasta, cooked
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Whole Milk Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 5 min. Stir in onions and garlic; cook 5 min. or until chicken is done and onions are crisp-tender, stirring frequently.
  • Add sauce and pasta; cook 5 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in 1/2 cup cheese; top with remaining cheese. Cover; let stand 2 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 730 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 24 g

CREAMY PENNE PASTA & GROUND BEEF SKILLET DINNER



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Browned ground beef and peppers are tossed with pasta in a creamy cheese sauce to make this quick and easy skillet dinner.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 27m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1-1/2 cups water
1 pkg. (14 oz.) KRAFT Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner Made With 2% Milk Cheese

Steps:

  • Brown meat with vegetables in large skillet; drain. Return to skillet.
  • Stir in water and garlic powder. Bring to boil. Stir in Penne; cover. Simmer 12 min. or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add Sauce; cook and stir until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 980 mg, Carbohydrate 53 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 36 g

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



Sloppy Joe Pasta Skillet Dinner image

I had some leftovers from Aunt Helen's Sloppy Joes 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 @MakeItYours

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.

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

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

BEEFY PASTA SKILLET DINNER



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Categories     Beef

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 13

1½ lb ground round
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28-oz) can BPA-free fire-roasted crushed
tomatoes
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and
sliced
3 cups uncooked whole-wheat rotini pasta
2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
1 tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 Tbsp thinly sliced fresh basil (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook ground round, onion, and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat until beef is browned and crumbly. Drain. Stir in tomatoes, broth, zucchini, pasta, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes or until pasta is just tender. Sprinkle with cheese and, if desired, basil. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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.

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