Seafood and pasta are a match made in dinnertime heaven. They’re quick enough for a weeknight, yet special enough for a dinner party. Whether you’ve got shrimp, scallops, salmon, or even a simple fillet of cod, there’s a seafood pasta recipe here to inspire your next meal. These 20 dishes are among our all-time best, with thousands of five-star ratings and glowing reviews to back them up.
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Chef John’s Spaghetti with Red Clam Sauce
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“This spaghetti with red clam sauce is one of my ‘go to’ recipes and it takes only about 15 minutes from start to finish,” says Chef John. “The only prep work really is mashing the garlic. The sauce is great on any pasta, but I prefer angel hair or spaghetti.”
Pasta with Tuna Sauce
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“So easy and yummy! Don’t let the simple recipe fool you. The flavor comes from the capers and crushed red peppers,” says reviewer SHM978. “I doubled the amount of both for an extra kick. I’ve also added sautéed veggies to this dish for some variation, but I cook the veggies separately and add together at the end (same time as tuna) to fold it all in as one. Superb!”
Creamy Bay Scallop Spaghetti
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“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.”
Quick Pasta with Salmon and Tomatoes in Cream Sauce
“We really liked this dish — it was almost too easy to cook, requires minimal ingredients and makes lots of leftovers! It’s also kinda fancy for the minimal effort required!” says reviewer Angelika. “Cooking for two, we had enough leftovers for about 4-5 lunch-sized servings after eating this for dinner! YUM! Definitely keeping in my favorites for a more regular dinner rotation!”
Pan-Seared Lemon Tilapia with Parmesan Pasta
TheDailyGourmet
“Definitely a keeper. It was easy and quick to make and tasted delicious. I made it to serve 4, so I increased the tilapia and pasta,” says reviewer jeannie p. “This will become a go-to fish recipe for me. I think both the fish and pasta recipes could stand alone and be used frequently at my house.”
Pasta with Scallops, Zucchini, and Tomatoes
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“This is an absolutely delicious meal and its just beautiful to look at. It has wonderful texture. Definitely use FRESH Basil,” says one Allrecipes member. “A perfect summer meal.”
Seafood Lasagna
Allrecipes / Qi Ai
“This seafood lasagna is rich and creamy, with lots of crab and shrimp for great seafood flavor,” says Allrecipes member Rayna Jordan. “It’s the best seafood lasagna I have ever tasted! It’s easy to make and you can use whatever combination of shellfish or fish you like.”
Zuppa Di Pesce Fra Di Avolo
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“Zuppa di pesce is an Italian fish stew packed with clams, mussels, and other seafood,” says Allrecipes member Charles Anthony. “This recipe includes pasta and spices things up with red chilli flakes. It’s always a favorite on Christmas Eve. Best served with a nice red wine and Frank Sinatra playing in the background!”
Pasta de Sardine
“Pasta de sardine is a great dish for anyone who likes seafood with their pasta,” says Allrecipes member SONNYCHIBA. “This dish is not only fast and easy to prepare, but it is also delicious. It’s of regional Spanish-Italian authenticity and goes well with either red wine or beer.”
Cajun Seafood Pasta
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“LOVED IT!! Quick and simple for a weeknight meal with great flavor,” says reviewer Laura Baggett. “That cream sauce is amazing, creamy and spicy. I used the amount of red pepper it called for and it was spicy but not over the top. Will be adding to my monthly rotation of meals. Husband just raved about it.”
Creamy Smoked Salmon Pasta
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“This smoked salmon pasta is a lighter version of pasta carbonara,” says Allrecipes member Dinah. “For people who want the flavor but not the bacon, smoked salmon is the perfect substitute!”
Lobster Mac and Cheese
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“This creamy lobster mac and cheese is just my style: high-class meets down-home,” says Allrecipes member Ange. “The fantastic combination of flavors makes this one of my favorites.”
Sicilian Anchovy Pasta
“This recipe is dynamite. I don’t have any parsley. I forgot to buy some. But this is something I’ve wanted to cook for a while now,” says reviewer Jenny Callahan. “It is not fishy, as some may assume. It is just a gorgeous, simple meal. The flavors work together so nicely. It doesn’t cost much at all and it is very easy.”
Seafood Marinara Pasta
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“Delicious! I made this as written, only adding black pepper and crushed red pepper for a little heat,” says reviewer SunnyByrd. “The sauce is wonderful and the seafood is perfectly cooked. I threw a little chopped parsley on when I served this. Excellent!”
Creamy Pesto Shrimp
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“This was absolutely wonderful!!!! My family gobbled it all up, 2nds and 3rds for everyone,” says reviewer LLEABROOKS. “I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves shrimp and wants something really easy to make.”
Seafood Fettuccine
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“This recipe was fast to make, basically as long as it takes to boil the noodles,” says reviewer Danielle Hayward. “It was so delicious! Definitely going to make this again. It’s like ordering at a fancy restaurant.”
Garlic Shrimp Linguine
Allrecipes / Sonia Bozzo
“This shrimp linguine is a dazzlingly simple and delicious recipe,” says Allrecipes member STACEYO. “It’s perfect if you need an elegant seafood pasta dish to serve to drop-in dinner guests.”
One Pot Tuscan Shrimp and Orzo
Allrecipes / Karen Hibbard
“This one pot Tuscan shrimp and orzo is hearty yet elegant, every bite bursting with Tuscan-inspired flavors,” says Allrecipes Allstar TheDailyGourmet. “It’s comfort food with a sophisticated twist, perfect for a special dinner or a cozy night in.”
Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo
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“This shrimp fettuccine Alfredo recipe is very simple and tastes divine,” says Allrecipes member MAMATIFF. “My sister and I tried to come up with the perfect Alfredo recipe, and this is it!”
Shrimp Scampi with Pasta
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“Made this tonight for my family for Valentines, it was great! It was easy! It was relatively quick!” says reviewer Erin. “All pros in my book. I made this as written and thought it was terrific. Great choice for a weeknight meal or Lent and nice enough for a special occasion.”
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