14 Recipes That Prove Angel Hair Pasta Makes the Best Dinner
Justina Huddleston
Justina Huddleston
Justina Huddleston is a food writer living in Los Angeles. When she's not busy writing, she spends her time in the kitchen creating both virtuous and decidedly junky vegan food. Buffalo chickpea pizza, anyone? She's also been known to eat a plain block of tofu or beans straight out of the can for lunch, but somehow those culinary adventures don't make it to her Instagram. You can follow Justina on Twitter or see what's cooking in her kitchen on her blog, A Life of Little Pleasures.
There’s nothing that hits the spot quite like pasta. It’s a go-to on busy weeknights, and it’s not hard to see why. From tortellini to whole grain noodles, it’s the fastest way to get a satisfying dinner on the table. But nothing cooks up quite as quickly, or tastes quite as delish, as these 14 angel hair pasta recipes.
Honey Lemon Chicken With Angel Hair
A dish with a sauce this good needs to be served with pasta. Angel hair soaks up every last drop of flavor from the citrus and honey chicken. (via Averie Cooks)Angel Hair and Chicken Vegetable Soup
This chicken soup is anything but basic. It’s filled with fresh summer veggies, and wispy angel hair pasta takes the place of chunky egg noodles. (via Aninas Recipes)Brown Butter Tomato and Corn Angel Hair Pasta
Cherry tomatoes and corn bring a summery sweetness to this pasta dish. Nutty browned butter and chopped herbs make for an elegant finish. (via Cook Nourish Bliss)Lemon Caper Pasta With Scallops
Seafood and citrus is always a winning a combination, and so is pasta with white wine. That’s why this dish, made with scallops for good measure, is a must-try. (via Jessica Gavin)Kimchi Angel Hair Noodles
Think beyond Italian, and opt for this funky Korean-inspired recipe instead. (via XLBCR)Angel Hair Carbonara
Sometimes a heavy sauce is best paired with a slender noodle. Each slurp of this carbonara gives you maximum noodle for maximum flavor. (via Dishes Delish)Tequila Lime Scallops and Pasta
Sweet seared scallops meld with zesty lime, pungent tequila, and lots of butter for an impressive weeknight-friendly meal. (via Sweet & Savory)Angel Hair With Chicken, Prosciutto, and Olives
Mouthwateringly savory, this dish is on par with anything you’d get at a restaurant. It’s got sautéed chicken, a creamy lemon sauce, and plenty of prosciutto and olives for an epic boost of flavor. (via Kellie Rice Cakes)Pasta Checca With Burrata
Here, uncooked tomato sauce adds a vibrant freshness to the meal, while the burrata is the crowning touch. (via Delish Knowledge)Shrimp and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
Sun-dried tomatoes have a tangy flavor that’s best when tamed by luscious cream, like in this dish. Throw in some juicy shrimp and angel hair pasta, and you’ve got a winner. (via Lemon Press)Cheesy Layered Pasta Bake
Give your classic lasagna a makeover with this recipe that uses angel hair pasta instead of wide flat noodles. (via A Flavour Journal)Angel Hair Puttanesca
The best thing about this dinner is that you can make it out of pantry ingredients. Briny, savory, and utterly craveable, it’s an ideal go-to meal. (via Savory Tooth)Lemon Garlic Shrimp With Angel Hair
Lemon-garlic shrimp is great on its own. But add it to a pot of pasta and you’ve got a dinner to remember. (via A Sassy Spoon)Angel Hair Pasta With Shrimp and Feta
If you’re getting bored of the same old pasta dishes, here’s a trick: Swap Parmesan for salty, briny feta, to give your favorite recipes a whole new flavor. (via White Plate Blank Slate)From Your Site Articles
Justina Huddleston
Justina Huddleston is a food writer living in Los Angeles. When she's not busy writing, she spends her time in the kitchen creating both virtuous and decidedly junky vegan food. Buffalo chickpea pizza, anyone? She's also been known to eat a plain block of tofu or beans straight out of the can for lunch, but somehow those culinary adventures don't make it to her Instagram. You can follow Justina on Twitter or see what's cooking in her kitchen on her blog, A Life of Little Pleasures.