Nothing beats the comfort of a warm bowl of spaghetti. Whether it’s served in classic Italian marinara sauce with meatballs, adorned with succulent seafood, or tossed with a creamy sauce, spaghetti always hits the spot. To honor this top-notch noodle, we’ve rounded up our 20 most-saved spaghetti recipes of all time. These highly-reviewed and generously-starred dishes do not disappoint.
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Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel
DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS
“A classic chicken spaghetti with Rotel tomatoes and green chiles, tender cooked chicken, and pasta stirred into a creamy, cheesy sauce,” says Allrecipes member bdld. “A great last-minute chicken recipe the whole family will enjoy!”
Springtime Spaghetti
naples34102
“This recipe is the bomb! Delicious!” says reviewer cltncook. “While preparing I was toying with the idea of adding a can of chicken breast meat because I’m such a carnivore. It didn’t need it. Delicious as is.”
Spaghetti Pizza
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“This baked spaghetti recipe is from my children’s preschool,” says Allrecipes member Kathy. “A fun combination of pasta and pizza ingredients, it’s always a hit with the kids.”
Creamy Bay Scallop Spaghetti
DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS
“This scallop pasta dinner with a creamy sauce is fast and easy,” says Chef John. “I cook the scallops a bit longer than many chefs, but that gives the dish more flavor and they’re still tender and moist. I think you’ll agree, the sherry sauce benefits significantly from the longer cook time.”
One-Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
“One-pot spaghetti puts Italian sausage, pasta sauce, and noodles together for a dish you can have on the table in less than 45 minutes,” says Allrecipes member bdweld. “It doesn’t get much easier than this by cooking everything in one pot. Switch it up by using ground beef, chicken, or turkey along with any other of your favorite ingredients, such as sliced mushrooms.”
Chef John’s Assassin’s Spaghetti
ALLRECIPES / ANA CADENA
“Caramelized tomato sauce makes this a wonderfully savory dish,” says Chef John. “The reduction of the tomato broth brings out the sweetness of the tomatoes which balances well with the spiciness of the chili flakes.”
Quick and Easy Chicken Spaghetti
“Who would have thought this would be soooo good! Made it on a whim, using stuff that I had on hand…DELIGHTFUL!” says reviewer CINCASUE. “We had it two nights in a row, and it was still tasty.”
Camp David Spaghetti with Italian Sausage
Allrecipes / Abbey Littlejohn
“I got this recipe from a Navy chef who served it to presidents at Camp David, MD,” says Allrecipes member hungryguy. “I have served it to my family many times, and it is certainly fit for a president! It is best with a garden salad and crusty garlic bread.”
The Best Spaghetti Casserole
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“This is great!” says Allrecipes Allstar fabeveryday. “My advice is to use the seasoning as a starting point for adding your own favorite pasta sauce seasoning, like garlic powder, oregano, etc. and definitely salt and pepper to taste.”
One-Pot Spaghetti
“This is exactly the way I’ve made my spaghetti for years except for the chili seasoning,” says Allrecipes member ProChai6229. “It’s very good, and easy. It’s my “go to” for a quick dinner.”
Italian Spaghetti Sauce with Meatballs
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You can’t go wrong with a classic. Ground-beef meatballs cook while simmering in this simple yet tasty marinara, allowing the unctuous meaty flavor to seep into this sauce. It’s no wonder this crowd-pleaser has 2,400+ five-star ratings!
Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe
“This is a recipe that we have made in our family for many years—everyone loves it,” says Allrecipes member eJennifer Torrey. “It’s a very basic and easy variation on mac ‘n’ cheese.” Olive oil, garlic, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, and freshly ground black pepper create this elevated twist on mac ‘n’ cheese. For a richer taste, substitute butter for the olive oil and vary the garlic and cheese according to your palate. Jennifer encourages creativity, saying, “I have added other ingredients depending on my main dish to enhance flavors (like pancetta).” Have fun!
Cowboy Spaghetti
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“Everyone will love this cowboy spaghetti, a fun twist with bacon, cheese, and pasta in a spicy beef and tomato sauce,” says Allrecipes Allstar TheDailyGourmet. “The best part is that it’s a one-dish meal, cooked in a cast iron skillet.”
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Simple, economical, and delicious, this spaghetti dish combines “aglio e olio,” or garlic and oil, into a perfectly sauteed marriage of garlicky goodness and mixes it into a pasta tossed with red pepper flakes, salt and pepper, Italian parsley, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. “No two spaghetti aglio e olio recipes are alike, but this one is pretty true to the classic method,” says Chef John. “The key is slowly toasting the garlic slices to a perfect golden-brown in the olive oil. If it’s too light, you don’t get the full flavor, and if it’s too dark it gets bitter. My advice? Do it perfectly.”
That Zucchini Spaghetti Stanley Tucci Loves (Spaghetti alla Nerano)
Chef John
This one-pot spaghetti recipe will keep you from doubling your dirty dishes. The pasta cooks in the sauce as it simmers to meld all the spices into the tomato sauce. “I am picky about my spaghetti, and this was pretty darn good for how easy it was,” writes community member yorkie.
Million-Dollar Spaghetti
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
If you prefer ultra-creamy casseroles that call for cream cheese and the like to bring the mouthwatering decadence, then this recipe is for you. Butter, cottage cheese, cream cheese, sour cream and shredded sharp cheddar unite, complementing spaghetti noodles and a simple meat sauce in this casserole-style dish.
Baked Spaghetti
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
This mashup of spaghetti and melty cheese in casserole form is a surefire crowd-pleaser. Layers of cottage cheese and mozzarella form a creamy complement to the meat-and-tomato laden spaghetti noodles. “A comforting baked spaghetti casserole with plenty of melted cheese is the perfect dish for potlucks, family gatherings, or a week-night dinner,” says reviewer CALLIKO.
Creamy Garlic Pasta
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“As far as creamy pasta recipes, this is the best I have ever had,” says Allrecipes member Celestial. “Add prawns and/or scallops to make an amazing seafood Alfredo.”
Homemade Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef
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This spaghetti recipe lets you create your own sauce by blending diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and a plethora of warm spices for a classic sauce that rivals any Italian restaurant. “This recipe has been handed down from my mother,” says Allrecipes member Hank’s Mom. “It is a family favorite and will not be replaced!”
Spaghetti Carbonara
DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS
“This is a near perfect and flawless recipe for the classic Spaghetti alla Carbonara,” says reviewer naples34102. “And even it it wasn’t, who cares? It’s darn good, which is really the only thing that matters.”
