Sheet Pan Spaghetti

This easy one pan spaghetti is a healthy weeknight pasta dish made with simple ingredients and tons of flavor! Fresh tomatoes, veggies, and herbs are baked to caramelized perfection and tossed with al dente noodles for a comforting dinner that’s good for you, too. Serve it on its own or with your favorite sides! 

What Is One Pan Spaghetti? 

One pan spaghetti is just what it sounds like! Inspired by simple spaghetti dinners we grew up eating, this recipe is an even easier twist that’s good for you, too. Instead of tossing noodles in a jar of marinara sauce, we lightened things up a bit with fresh veggies and herbs. Baked in the oven, they blister slightly and burst to reveal the most delicious tomato juice. Then, we toss them together with cooked noodles, and the dish is complete! 

Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the easiest weeknight meal that can be spruced up and adjusted to fit all your needs. Even better, it’s so tasty your kids won’t even realize they’re eating their veggies! 

 

Ingredients You’ll Need

For this one pan spaghetti recipe, we kept the ingredient list short and sweet using nothing but fresh veggies and a few pantry staples for a light yet savory taste. Here’s everything you’ll need: 

• Vegetables – Cherry tomatoes, sliced onions, and garlic create a sweet, caramelized base for the sauce. 
• Tomato paste – Used to help coat the noodles for a bolder flavor. 
• Oil – We prefer to use a high-quality olive oil to add a good source of healthy fats and help caramelize the veggies. If you have it on hand, avocado oil would work, too. 
• Herbs and spices – Salt, pepper, oregano, Italian seasoning, and basil create the classic herbaceous spaghetti flavor we all know and love.
• Pasta – Use whatever spaghetti noodles you like best. Or, you could even use a different noodle, if you prefer! Whatever you have on hand would taste great.
• Cheese – Everything tastes better with a little cheese! Sprinkle Parmesan on top for the finishing touch.

Optional Add-Ins

We love the simplicity of this dish for a light meal. However, you can easily make it even more nutritious with extra ingredients like mushrooms, olives, or even zucchini. Or, bulk it up for a filling dinner with your favorite protein such as ground beef, ground turkey, or chicken. 

How to Make Easy One Pan Spaghetti

Creating a whole pasta dish from scratch without the help of trusty Ragu might sound intimidating, but in reality, it’s super simple to do! 

1. Prepare the veggies: Arrange the tomatoes and onions on a large baking sheet, and sprinkle the herbs and spices on top. Drizzle olive oil over the ingredients, and toss to combine, making sure the veggies are well coated. 
2. Roast: Bake in the oven until the tomatoes have burst and the garlic is fork-tender. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, and gently press the garlic cloves with a fork to release their juices. 
3. Combine the ingredients: In a large serving bowl, add all of the ingredients, and toss to combine, coating the spaghetti noodles with the tomato paste and tomato juices. 
4. Garnish: Divide the pasta into bowls, garnish with Parmesan cheese, and serve warm!

Serving Suggestions

You could easily serve this one pan spaghetti on its own for a super filling dinner. However, we never pass up the chance to serve a good side dish or two! For a full spread, try pairing it with options like these:

• Olive Cheese Bread

• Caprese Avocado Toast

• Cucumber & Tomato Salad

• Roasted Red Pepper Whipped Feta

Storage Options 

This recipe stores super well in the fridge or freezer and is seriously a lifesaver during busy weeks! Just follow the storage tips below to make sure it stays fresh: 

Refrigerator: Cover leftovers with foil, or transfer them to an airtight container, and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

Freezer: Once your spaghetti has cooled, transfer it to a sealable bag or freezer-safe container, and store it for up to 3 months. 

To Reheat: Let your spaghetti thaw in the fridge overnight. Then, warm it in the microwave or stovetop, adding a bit of broth as needed to freshen it back up. 

More Easy Spaghetti Recipes

Who can ever turn down a good spaghetti dish? Try out more of our favorite recipes below for easy family-friendly options! 

• Easy Spaghetti Pizza Bake – Part pizza, part spaghetti, this recipe is the ultimate comfort food dish! 
• Spaghetti Bread Bowls – There’s nothing more comforting than a warm bread bowl after a long day, especially when it’s stuffed with cheesy spaghetti. 
• Baked Spaghetti Bolognese – Loaded with beef, veggies, and cheese, dinner doesn’t get better than this! 
• One Pot Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe – Rich and creamy, this one pot recipe is loaded with bacon and peas and ready in less than 30 minutes.