so many past possibilities
If you’re worried about dinner time because it takes too long or too much effort to cook, these quick and easy pasta recipes might be the answer. The recipes, which have garnered millions of likes from around the world on TikTok, are praised for being affordable, simple, and most importantly, delicious. Let us know in the comments whether it met your expectations or not.
1. Baked feta pasta
If you’ve scrolled through TikTok in the past year, chances are you’ve already encountered the baked feta pasta phenomenon. This Finnish recipe has become so popular that some supermarkets are sold out of feta cheese. And the best part is that it’s super quick and easy to make. In an oven-safe baking dish, toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper, making room in the center for a block of feta cheese. Add olive oil and seasonings and bake at 400 degrees for 35 minutes. Finally, add your favorite pasta, chopped garlic and basil to complete the dish. Stir everything together and enjoy.
2. Gigi Hadid’s spicy vodka pasta
Another recipe that set the internet on fire is model Gigi Hadid’s creamy and spicy vodka pasta. This recipe, which went viral during the pandemic and is still going viral, requires simple ingredients and is even easier to prepare. In a large pot, sauté the garlic and onion until soft, then add the tomato paste and caramelize until it “darks in color,” Hadid says. Add the cream and vodka and simmer until the alcohol evaporates. Add a few dashes of crushed pepper flakes, then stir in the cooked pasta and some of the pasta water. Mix everything with butter, Parmesan cheese, and basil and voila!
3. Spinach pici pasta
This recipe is perfect for picky eaters who refuse to eat vegetables. This TikTok video, which has been viewed more than 8 million times, requires just three ingredients: flour, spinach, and olive oil. In a blender or food processor, combine flour and spinach and pulse until spinach is crumbly. With the mixer running on low speed, slowly pour in the olive oil. When the dough starts to harden, roll the pasta into spaghetti shapes. Finally, bring the water to a boil, season with salt and cook the spinach pasta for no more than 2 minutes. Top with butter, cheese, and your favorite sauce.
4. Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
This recipe takes less than 30 minutes and is not only delicious but also nutritious. First, fry the chicken breast (seasoned with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic, onion, cayenne pepper, or chili powder) until cooked through. In the same pot, add the minced garlic, shallots, sun-dried tomatoes, and bell pepper. Cook for a few minutes until the flavors develop, then add the heavy cream, some of the pasta water, and the cooked pasta. Serve with chicken and garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan.
5. Pasta chips
A healthy version of potato chips? Please register! The recipe exploded on TikTok, garnering nearly 30 million views. To recreate this, first boil your favorite pasta and season with olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and spices. Fry the cooked pasta in the fryer for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through. The pasta chips look golden, crunchy, and packed with flavor. Enjoy it with dip or just eat it on its own. However, be careful as it can be addictive.
6. One-Pot Diavola Pasta
This spicy, creamy pasta is a play on diavola pizza, which means “devil” in Italian. And it looks devilishly good. In one pot, combine pasta, cherry tomatoes, basil, and whole mozzarella cheese. Cook until al dente and add tomato paste and hot chili sauce. Diavola pizzas are known for their spicy meat toppings (usually salami), along with pickled peppers, olives, and lots of cheese.
7. Slow Cooker “Olive Garden” Pasta
This recipe is trending on social media for being low calorie, affordable and nutritious. To make it at home, place diced chicken breasts in a slow cooker and drizzle with a sauce of Italian dressing, onions, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, and thyme. Add cream cheese and simmer on low heat for about 4 hours. Boil the pasta and once the chicken is cooked, mix everything together. You can also add more vegetables by adding the spinach and simmering for another 10 minutes.
8. White Wine Garlic Butter Bucatini
This mouth-watering dish has garnered over 1.2 million likes on TikTok and has pasta lovers raving about it. Melt the butter and olive oil in a frying pan, then add the minced garlic, chopped onion, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Fry the onions until they are translucent, then add the white wine and fresh cream and bring to a boil. Then reduce the heat to low, add the pasta water and continue cooking until the sauce thickens. Garnish with lots of parmesan, fresh parsley, and red pepper flakes (optional) for added heat.
9. Cacio e Pepe
This beloved classic, which means “cheese and pepper,” is incredibly easy to make and sure to be a hit with kids. The recipe only requires three ingredients: Pecorino Romano cheese, freshly ground black pepper, and pasta. According to TikTokker @the_pastaqueen, the secret is to first roast the peppercorns in a pan for a few minutes to bring out their delicious, smoky flavor. Next, just boil your favorite pasta and mix it with plenty of cheese, pasta water, and black pepper.
10. Mac and cheese baked pasta
With over 7 million views and 500,000 likes, this baked macaroni and cheese recipe has become a winner for one TikToker. First, put your favorite shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, etc.) in a large mixing bowl, add 2 cups of macaroni, and bring to a boil. In a separate bowl, crack 3 eggs, add 2 tablespoons of sour cream, 1 cup of milk, add paprika, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Once the macaroni is cooked, mix together the cheese and wet mix, add the butter and bake in a 350 degree oven for 35 minutes.
This article was originally published on Cheapism
