13 Easy Shell Pasta Recipes to Satisfy Your Carb Cravings

These creative shell pasta recipes solve your dinner dilemmas. If you were looking for easy, delicious meal options… look no further.

Best Shell Pasta Recipes

These mouthwatering dishes feature the classic pasta shape, creating fabulous and luscious meals. I guarantee every bite will satisfy your appetite.

And your carb cravings…

Whether you like classic tastes or something daring, you’ll discover the ideal meal for your table. 

Get ready for some scrumptious shell pasta dinner inspiration!

1. Gigi Hadid Pasta

Thanks to the gorgeous supermodel Gigi Hadid, this pasta recipe is going absolutely viral.

And guess what? It’s so easy to make that you’ll be tempted to cook it every single day!

The vodka adds a unique kick of flavor that sets the dish apart from classic Italian pasta dishes. 

The bright acidity of the tomatoes adds amazing depth and vibrance. Not to mention, peppers and onions add plenty of zest.

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2. Creamy Garlic Shells

This is a delectable dish of pasta shells swimming in a velvety white sauce.

Parmesan cheese adds a smooth texture and subtle nutty flavor to the sauce. Meanwhile, the herbs contribute to its overall succulence. 

As the butter and Parmesan melt together, they create an inviting richness that will surely tantalize your taste buds. 

Serve the shells hot with some crusty bread and a colorful salad. Yum!

3. Stuffed Shells

This savory dish is filled with insanely good flavor combinations.

It combines smooth ricotta and pungent pecorino to create a yummy cheesy base. Kick the cheese base a up notch by using spicy red pepper flakes. 

The ricotta provides a chunky backdrop, while the spinach adds some crunch. 

Of course, all these sensations are complemented by the tangy and tomato-y marinara sauce. 

4. Cheesy Taco Pasta

This recipe combines classic Mexican boldness with the Italian all-star we all know as pasta. 

All these elements combine to create an incredible flavor explosion in your mouth.

It’s savory from the taco spices. But cheese and tomatoes add a silky tang.

Top everything with freshly diced green onions for more texture. And don’t forget to add a dollop of sour cream or guacamole.

5. Creamy Beef and Shells

This savory mixture of flavors is sure to titillate your taste buds! 

When combined, the robust beef complements the saltiness of the noodles.

The velvety sauce helps keep every bite juicy and flavorful. Seriously, this restaurant-quality recipe makes a great impression. So why not give it a try? 

To make it extra special, try adding cheese before serving. Or you could add vegetables of your choice.

6. Creamy Shell Pasta with Sausage

This recipe bursts with flavors that come together like a party for your taste buds. 

Every bite brings the zesty flavor of sausages mixed with white wine and cream. 

And a  blend of herbs and spices takes it to a whole new level. 

Pasta shells are the best delivery system for the creamy sauce and sausage combination.

7. Unstuffed Shells

Unstuffed shells are the ultimate comfort food. 

There is nothing quite like combining a silky, cheesy filling, shells, and tangy tomato sauce.

The flavors combine to blow your taste buds away. 

Imagine zesty tomatoes, creamy ricotta, and red pepper whirling together in a flavor extravaganza! 

You won’t be surprised when I tell you this recipe is always a hit. There is so much tastiness wrapped up in a single dish!

8. Pasta Shells with Feta and Herbs

This classic Mediterranean fusion dish looks as wonderful as it tastes. 

It blends salty feta cheese with the fresh herb overtones of chives and basil. The creamy sauce binds everything together for a sumptuous meal. 

This is a life-changing taste-experience that must be appreciated! 

9. Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells

Chicken Alfredo shells are a remarkable combination of Italian inspiration and cheesy goodness. Plus, it’s full of family-friendly ingredients.

This dish offers a truly unique experience. It has delicious creamy chicken Alfredo filling stuffed into hearty jumbo pasta shells.

The top layer of cheese provides the ideal gooey finish. If you want comfort food, this is it.

To bring out its full potential, serve it with a crisp green salad. Top everything with sliced tomatoes and cucumbers.

10. Creamy Seafood Stuffed Shells

Give your taste buds a tour of the sea! 

Shell pasta combines with white wine, shrimp, lobster, and crab to create one delectable dish. 

Each bite fills your mouth with the briny goodness of seafood. If that wasn’t enough, the sauce is luxurious and creamy.

So, you get to enjoy layers of rich elegance in every morsel.

To complete the meal, pair it with a garden salad or garlic mashed potatoes. It’s outstanding!

11. Spinach and Ricotta “Vegan” Stuffed Shells

Earthy spinach and creamy ricotta cheese are all you need for this yummy dish.

It will impress you with its mix of savory and salty flavors. Each flavor comes alive with pasta shells in a bed of marinara sauce.

Trust me when I say every single bite will be more delectable than the last. 

I highly recommend trying this recipe if you’re looking for something nutritious and delicious.

Plus, this dish is fabulous as an appetizer or a main course. Adjust the portion size accordingly – bigger for dinner and smaller for an appetizer!

12. Italian Shell Pasta Salad

This sumptuous Italian pasta salad is truly an opus of flavors. 

It has fragrant oregano, sweet basil, vibrant bell pepper, and a bite of red onions. It’s colorful as well as delicious.

Honestly, it’s like a giant pizza without the dough!

You won’t be able to resist taking bite after bite. It’s simply too timeless and tasty to ignore! 

If you make up a big enough batch, it can serve you throughout the week. You can’t beat that.

So don’t wait – go ahead and whip up this shell salad today!

13. Mexican Shell Soup

Imagine a savory broth filled with tender pasta shells and colorful vegetables. 

The earthy flavors of the vegetables perfectly balance the salty kick of the soup. 

If you’re feeling daring, top your bowl with small strips of avocado. It’s extra creamy.

I also like to sprinkle a touch of chili powder and freshly squeezed lime juice.

Serve with crusty bread or a delicious salad and enjoy!