High Protein Pasta Recipes – 10 Easy Macro Friendly Meals
This post may contain affiliate links. If you click and purchase, we may earn a small commission. Read our full disclosure.Pasta night meets protein goals with these high protein pasta recipes. Each one is creamy, hearty and built for the whole family – not just the macro trackers.
We’re talking 30g+ of protein per serving, lightened-up sauces that are just as delicious as their original, and meals that are on the table in 30 minutes or less. Whether you’re a marry me chicken pasta gal or a spicy cajun Joe, there’s something here for everyone.
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Why we love this pasta list!
- Every recipe has 30g+ of protein per serving
- Creamy, hearty and satisfying without the heavy cream and butter overload
- Quick and easy weeknight meals the whole family will actually eat
- Great for meal prep
Our Favorite Pasta Recipes:
This Marry Me Chicken Pasta has deliciously seasoned chicken, a homemade creamy cottage cheese sauce, sun-dried tomatoes and perfectly coated noodles. Whether you're making this for a special occasion or busy weeknight family dinner, this easy high-protein and gluten-free dish has you covered in under 30 minutes. Marriage proposal not included.
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This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is an easy dinner recipe the whole family will obsess over. Made with tender chicken, roasted garlic and a parmesan garlic butter cream sauce, this pasta dish feels fancy and gourmet but easy enough for every home chef.
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Are you tired of the same old boring salads for lunch? Do you want to add some variety to your diet while still getting the necessary protein? Look no further than High Protein Pasta Salad!
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This Garlic Tomato Sauce is the perfect light and flavorful homemade sauce. This easy recipe is made with herbs, spices, tomatoes, garlic and a touch of honey, for a classic red sauce that pairs perfectly with any pasta dish.
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This Cajun Salmon Pasta is quick, easy and explodes with spicy Cajun flavors. With Cajun seasoned salmon and a rich fettuccine alfredo, this dish is simply irresistible.
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This Pumpkin Pasta is a one-pot meal loaded with ground beef and pasta shells in a creamy cottage cheese pumpkin sauce. Full of fall flavors, this is a great recipe to warm you up on cold winter nights. It's like hamburger helper went to the pumpkin patch drinking a pumpkin spice latte and came home a high protein, light but hearty meal that's also ready in less than 30 minutes.
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This Spaghetti Pasta Salad is a great side dish for summer potlucks and parties and a huge hit. Filled with fresh ingredients, high protein pasta and a creamy homemade Italian dressing, this cold pasta salad is always a crowd pleaser.
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Taco Tuesday meets spaghetti night with this unique and delicious Taco Spaghetti. Made with rich ground beef, high-protein noodles and taco seasoning, even picky eaters will love this easy meal.
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This Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage is a weeknight winner. Spicy, creamy sauce with buttery shrimp topped with roasted red bell pepper chicken sausage creates a melt in your mouth flavor bomb that's ready in less than 30 minutes.
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This Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce is comfort food made healthy. Similar to a vodka sauce with garlic and tomatoes, this high protein sweet and savory sauce is the perfect way to curb creamy pasta cravings, in a low calorie way. Pair with your favorite noodle and protein for a delicious meal for the whole family.
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