17 Easy Fettuccine Recipes You Can Make On A Weeknight (2024)

Fettuccine for dinner is never a bad idea.

Hannah MarsPublished on August 28, 2016Alvin ZhouPublished on August 28, 2016
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1. Shrimp Fajita Fettuccine

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Here's the recipe:

Serves 3-4

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 pound shrimp, peeled and de-veined

3 bell peppers, sliced

1 onion, sliced

1 tablespoon cumin

1 tablespoon chili powder

2 teaspoons salt

12 ounces cooked fettucine

1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded

PREPARATION

Heat oil in a pot over high heat.

Cook the shrimp until pink, then remove from pan.

Next add onions, peppers, cumin, chili powder, cooking until peppers and onions start to soften slightly.

Add the fettuccine, pepper jack, and shrimp, stirring until evenly combined and cheese is melted.

Serve!

2. Brown Butter Cauliflower Fettuccine

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Brown butter lends a nutty, rich edge to roasted cauliflower in this dish. Also, it can be ready in 30 minutes. Get the recipe here.

3. Slow-Cooker Italian Beef Bolognese Fettuccine

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Bolognese doesn't have to be restricted to spaghetti. Get the recipe here.

4. Fettuccine With Tomato Cream Sauce

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Who doesn't love pink sauce? Get the recipe here.

5. Easy 20-Minute Lighter Fettuccine Alfredo

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Rather than the traditional cream, cashew milk is used in this dish. Get the recipe here.

6. Creamy Mushroom Chicken Fettuccine

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Here's the recipe:

Serves 3-4

INGREDIENTS

3 tablespoons olive oil

2 chicken breasts, sliced thinly into strips

1 onion, sliced

2 cups mushrooms, sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 teaspoons salt

2 teaspoons pepper

2 cups heavy cream

¼ cup parsley, chopped

12 ounces cooked fettucine

PREPARATION

Heat oil in a pot over high heat.

Add the chicken and let it brown in the pan, cooking until no pink is showing.

Add the mushrooms, onions, garlic, salt, and pepper, cooking until mushrooms are slightly browned and onions are translucent and soft.

Add the heavy cream and parsley, stirring until evenly mixed.

Add the fettuccine and stir until the pasta is evenly coated.

Serve!

7. One Pot Creamy Fettuccine With Spicy Sausage

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A total one pot wonder. Get the recipe here.

8. Fettuccine and Smoked Salmon In Vodka Sauce

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Adding a little vodka helps bring out the flavors of dill and smoked salmon in this sauce. Get the recipe here.

9. Fettuccine Carbonara With Green Beans

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An easy way to sneak some veggies into this classic pasta. Get the recipe here.

10. Fettuccine With Porcini

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When there's a rhyme, you know it's gonna be good. Get the recipe here.

11. Tomato Broccoli Pesto Fettuccine

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Here's the recipe:

Serves 3-4

INGREDIENTS

2 cups broccoli

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cup pesto

12 ounces cooked fettucine

½ cup parmesan, grated

2 teaspoons salt

2 teaspoons pepper

PREPARATION
In a pot over high heat, cook the broccoli for about 2-3 minutes.

Add the tomatoes and pesto, cooking until tomatoes are softening.

Add the fettuccine, parmesan, salt, and pepper, stirring until evenly combined.

Serve!

12. Garlic Butter Fettuccine With Chicken and Zucchini

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Creamy, buttery, garlicky. Get the recipe here.

13. Lightened-Up Sun-Dried Tomato Fettuccine Alfredo

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This recipe replaces the usual cream with chicken broth, milk, and a little cornstarch. Get the recipe here.

14. Shrimp, Tomato, and Spinach Pasta In Garlic Butter Sauce

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This dish is a little spicy, seasoned with paprika and crushed red pepper. Get the recipe here.

15. Creamy Vegan Mushroom Fettuccine

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This dish includes traditional pasta components like mushrooms and white wine... but also cashews, blended with veggie stock to make a sauce. Get the recipe here.

16. Chicken Fettuccine Bake

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This recipe is the best of both (pasta) words - creamy, with a burnished cheesy crust. Get the recipe here.

17. Chicken Bacon Florentine Fettuccine

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Here's the recipe:

Serves: 3-4

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 chicken breasts, sliced thinly into strips

5 ounces spinach

1 cup tomatoes, diced

8 strips bacon, cooked and finely chopped

2 teaspoons salt

2 teaspoons pepper

2 cups milk

12 ounces cooked fettucine

1 cup parmesan, shredded

PREPARATION

Heat the oil in a pot over high heat.

Cook the chicken and let it brown until until no pink is showing.

Add the spinach, tomatoes, bacon, salt, and pepper, stirring until spinach is wilted.

Pour in the milk and bring to a boil.

Add the fettuccine, stirring until milk has reduced enough that it coats the pasta.

Sprinkle in the parmesan, mixing until the cheese is melted.

Serve!

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    FAQs

    Can I use fettuccine instead of spaghetti? ›

    For recipes that use linguine, either spaghetti or fettuccine can serve as a stand-in. And for dishes that use fettuccine, linguine should get by fine, but spaghetti won't be able to hold the sauce the same way.

    What is fettuccine pasta used for? ›

    Fettuccine pasta is a long, strand-like pasta that is often served al dente with a creamy, dairy-based sauce, such as the popular Fettuccine Alfredo. It works well with protein-based meals where chicken or another meat is a featured ingredient. Fettuccine originated and popular in Roman and Tuscan cuisine.

    What do you eat with spaghetti noodles? ›

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    What can I add to fettuccine Alfredo to make it taste better? ›

    You could just add garlic powder, sure, but quickly sautéeing fresh garlic while your pasta cooks is a great way to layer flavor. Resnick likes to add spinach as a way to cut the richness of the sauce. Add a tablespoon or so of olive oil and a few cloves of minced garlic in a sautée pan over medium heat.

    What can you add to fettuccine Alfredo? ›

    There are dozens of variations of fettuccine Alfredo out there. You could sprinkle in fresh herbs and lemon zest or juice to cut the richness of the cream. You could also top servings with cooked shrimp or chicken for some protein, or toss in a vegetable like cooked asparagus!

    What side dish goes with fettuccine Alfredo? ›

    Scroll down to find the specific recipes, plus expert tips for making and serving this decadent pasta dish!
    • Fresh green salad.
    • Broccoli.
    • Steamed or roasted carrots.
    • Chicken breast.
    • Garlic bread.
    • Roasted or fried eggplant.
    • Corn.
    • Crispy chicken strips.
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    What protein goes with fettuccine? ›

    You can complement any pasta with a side of chicken breast, skirt steak, shrimp, or grilled salmon to create the ideal meal. Pair your pasta with a smooth glass of wine and a few empanadas, and you have the makings of the perfect Argentinian meal!

    What is the best combination with pasta? ›

    18 of the Best Side Dishes to Pair With Your Spaghetti Dinner
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    What vegetables go well with Alfredo pasta? ›

    Stir in big handfuls of spinach, Kale mushrooms, zucchini, onions, broccoli, spinach, squash, or grape tomatoes after the pasta is cooked. You can also substitute zucchini (zoodles) for the pasta.

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