Quick and Easy Baked Feta Pasta That Your Family Will Love

Name: Quick and Easy Baked Feta Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 ½ cups grape tomatoes, washed and dried; 1 (8 oz) brick of feta cheese; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; ½ teaspoon salt; 5 tablespoons olive oil; ¼ cup chopped fresh basil; 12 oz bow tie pasta, cooked, drained, and kept warm

Posted on November 24, 2025

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This incredibly easy BAKED FETA PASTA comes together in about 30 minutes and bakes up all in one pan for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that your family will absolutely love! You can switch up the vegetables to suit your taste or simply use it as a “clean out the fridge” meal to get rid of any odds and ends lurking in your produce drawer! Seriously, what’s not to love about a dish that’s this simple yet so satisfying?

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need for this delicious BAKED FETA PASTA:

2 ½ cups grape tomatoes, washed and dried
1 (8 oz) brick of feta cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup chopped fresh basil (this totally elevates your dish)
12 oz bow tie pasta, cooked, drained, and kept warm

Ingredient Tips:

Grape Tomatoes: Keep it simple and sweet! Cherry tomatoes work too but grape tomatoes tend to have more flavor.
Feta Cheese: You can usually find this in blocks. Crumbled feta might work, but the creamy texture won’t be the same when it melts.
Olive Oil: A good quality extra virgin olive oil brings a lot of flavor. It’s worth it!
Pasta: Bow tie pasta is fun, but feel free to use whatever pasta you have on hand. Fusilli or penne are great options too.
Fresh Basil: Trust me when I say it makes all the difference! If you’re in a pinch, dried basil will work, but fresh is so much better.

Let’s Get Cooking!

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Seriously, that’s the first step. Nothing says “I’m getting dinner ready” like the smell of your oven heating up!
Add the tomatoes to a medium-sized baking dish. You’ll want a good layer here. Don’t worry if they’re not all perfectly arranged, this isn’t a Pinterest board anyway!
Place the feta cheese right in the center of those tomatoes, the star of the show.
Drizzle a generous 3 tablespoons of olive oil over the tomatoes and cheese. Let’s be real, the more olive oil, the better. It adds so much flavor!
Sprinkle: Now, throw on the Italian seasoning and salt over everything. I usually just do a couple of pinches to taste; nothing crazy!
Drizzle on 2 more tablespoons of olive oil over the feta, because…why not?
Bake for 30-35 minutes until the tomatoes burst and the cheese gets all ooey-gooey. Like, the smell is going to be TO DIE FOR!
Once done, remove from oven and give everything a good stir, merging that creamy feta with the tomatoes until it looks like a beautiful sauce.
Add the chopped fresh basil into the mix. Breathe it in. This smells amazing, right?
Mix in the cooked pasta until everything is well combined. Serve it hot, fresh, and ready to impress!

Why I Love This Recipe

This is my go-to recipe when I need something comforting yet quick. I mean, who doesn’t love a warm, cheesy pasta dish that feels like a hug? And guess what? I’m a real sucker for meals that let me get creative! The best part is, you can use whatever you’ve got on hand, got a zucchini lingering in the fridge? Toss it in! This is a no-fuss, family-friendly dish that everyone practically begs for seconds (or thirds!). Trust me when I say, on busy weeknights, this usually saves the day.

If you loved this BAKED FETA PASTA, be sure to check out my Easy Vegetable Pot Pie, my Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad, or my Easy Burger Bowls!

Why This Recipe Works

Quick & Easy

This recipe is literally ready in less than 30 minutes, making it perfect for those hectic weeknights when you just want to get dinner on the table without a ton of fuss!

One-Pan Wonder

Everything comes together in one baking dish! That means minimal cleanup afterward, which is always a parent’s dream.

Customizable

Feeling adventurous? Switch up the veggies or pasta shapes! Use whatever ingredients you have on hand or prefer. This dish really adapts to whatever is in your kitchen.

Comfort Food

It’s creamy, it’s cheesy, and loaded with tons of flavor. There’s just something so cozy about pasta baked to perfection, don’t you think?

Budget-Friendly

Using simple, everyday ingredients makes this dish affordable without sacrificing taste. Win-win!

Serving and Storage Tips

How to Serve This BAKED FETA PASTA

This dish is perfect on its own, but you can serve it alongside a simple green salad or some garlic bread to soak up all that delicious sauce. Speaking of which, if you want to spice things up, I sometimes sprinkle red pepper flakes for an extra kick!

Storage

Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days in an airtight container.

Reheating instructions

When you’re ready to indulge again, just pop it in the microwave. You might want to add a splash of olive oil or a sprinkle of water before reheating to keep it creamy.

Freezer Friendly

Yes! You can freeze the baked feta mixture before combining with the pasta. Just ensure to let it cool completely before transferring into a freezer-resilient container. To reheat, bake frozen in the oven for about an hour or thaw overnight in the fridge and then bake.

This simple, cozy recipe is the ultimate comfort food personified. It’ll have everyone gathered around the dinner table reaching for seconds, trusting me on this one. You can be sure it’s going to find its way into your regular weeknight rotation!

In case you’re still craving more deliciousness, remember to take a look at my {Ultimate Creamy Tomato Basil Soup}, it’s perfect with some grilled cheese on the side. Oh! And don’t forget to try my {Savory Beef Stroganoff} a real crowd-pleaser!

Happy cooking! Enjoy the smiles around your table!

So there you have it, a warm and delicious BAKED FETA PASTA that will surely become a staple in your home. Remember, the beauty of cooking lies in experimenting, so don’t hesitate to switch things up and make this dish your own! For more Recipes Follow Us in our Pinterest.