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Baked Feta Pasta with Shrimp

Published: Mar 20, 2023 by Angela Allison · This post may contain affiliate links.

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Baked Feta Pasta with Shrimp

Baked Feta Pasta with Shrimp is so easy to make and so delicious! This creamy and flavorful pasta cooks in the oven takes just minutes to put together and is guaranteed to be your new favorite!

Baked Feta Pasta with Shrimp in a white bowl with a white casserole dish in the background.

This recipe for Baked Feta Pasta with Shrimp is the best way to eat the trend! Made with cherry tomatoes, a block of feta cheese, shrimp, and rigatoni, this is simple enough for weeknight dinner and delicious enough to entertain with!

If you love shrimp recipes, don’t miss this Shrimp Orzo or my tasty Spinach Artichoke Shrimp Quesadillas. For another delicious pasta, try this Cheese Beef Stuffed Shells, this Authentic Italian Mostaccioli recipe, or the classic Pasta e Ceci dish. And, to make a version of this dish using mozzarella, check out this recipe for Baked Burrata Pasta.

The Best Baked Feta Pasta with Shrimp

One bite of this delicious and easy pasta, and you’ll be hooked. Baked Feta Pasta with Shrimp takes just minutes to put together and is so flavorful.

I’ll admit the whole baked feta pasta is a bit trendy, but for good reason! It’s super simple to make and perfect for cooks of any level.

Here, I elevate the flavors by adding red pepper flakes, basil, and lemon. And, I amp up the protein by adding in some uncooked shrimp.

white bowl of pasta with shrimp with a red checkered napkin in the background.

This is also a great way to make a fancy looking meal without a lot of work. The creamy pasta tastes like it took forever to make when really it just takes minutes.

Everyone who tries this dish just loves. It’s creamy and so satisfying. Give it a taste and you’ll be hooked too!

Ingredients and Substitutions

overhead photo of ingredients including tomatoes, lemon, rigatoni, and olive oil.
  • Cherry Tomatoes: the cherry tomatoes make this dish so flavorful and sweet. You will need about two pints of tomatoes total.
  • Feta Cheese: it wouldn’t be baked feta pasta with shrimp without the feta! Here, use a block of drained feta cheese. Use only the full fat cheese if possible.
  • Rigatoni: tube-shaped noodles with ridges are ideal for this recipe to catch all of the sauce and flavors. You could substitute penne or rotini if needed.
  • Olive Oil: use a good quality, flavorful oil for this dish.
  • Shrimp: here, I use large shrimp that has been defrosted. I leave the tail on but feel free to remove it. You could also cut the shrimp into large chunks if you wanted more shrimp per bite.
  • Basil: fresh basil is a great way to finish off the dish. You can substitute a few teaspoons of dried basil or omit it altogether.
  • Garlic: a clove of minced garlic at the end adds great flavor.
  • Lemon: I alway add a hint of citrus when I’m cooking seafood. I like to finish this dish off with the zest and juice of a lemon.

How to Make Baked Feta Pasta with Shrimp

To make this recipe, you will need a large casserole dish or a 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Start by moving your oven rack to the top third of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees.

process shots showing how to make recipe including tossing tomatoes with olive oil and adding in the rigatoni noodles.

Step 1: prep tomatoes and feta

Firstly, you will need to pour the cherry tomatoes into a large casserole dish. Then, nestle the block of drained feta in the center of the tomatoes.

Drizzle on the olive oil and sprinkle on salt and pepper.

Step 2: bake

Place the tomatoes and feta in the oven and bake for about 30 minutes. You will know it is ready when the feta browns slightly and the tomatoes pop.

While the tomatoes are in the oven, boil the pasta until just al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3: add in the shrimp

Remove the tomatoes and feta from the oven and carefully stir to combine. Add in the shrimp, garlic, and chili pepper flakes. Return to oven for 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink.

Step 4: stir in the pasta

Lastly, stir in the pasta. Add in chopped fresh basil and the zest and juice of a lemon, if desired. Serve immediately.

overhead photo of baked feta pasta with shrimp in a large white casserole dish with a white plate of pasta next to it.

This Baked Feta Pasta with Shrimp is ready to eat straight out of the oven. Feel free to add a sprinkle of parmesan cheese or more basil if desired.

Recipe Tips

  • Cherry tomatoes are essential to this recipe. You will need about two pints total.
  • You can find blocks of feta in the speciality cheese section in most grocery stores. Drain the feta before adding it to the baking dish.
  • You can use whatever size shrimp you like for this recipe. I always just use the large shrimp from the freezer section. Feel free to remove tails or cut into smaller pieces before using.
  • If cooking shrimp from frozen, add about 2-3 more minutes to the cooking time.
  • A tube-shaped pasta with ridges, like rigatoni, is ideal to hold the sauce in this recipe for baked feta pasta with shrimp. You can substitute penne.
  • I like to finish this dish off with the zest and juice of a lemon. This is optional.
overhead photo of baked feta pasta with shrimp in a white casserole dish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use canned tomatoes in baked feta pasta?

The key to making baked feta pasta so special is the roasting of the cherry tomatoes. No other tomatoes will work here as they will not pop and give off that charred sweetness.

Can I use crumbled feta in baked feta pasta?

One of the most recognizable traits of this dish is the block of feta that appears in the center of the casserole dish surrounded by tomatoes. However, if you only have crumbled feta, you can still make baked feta pasta. Just sprinkle the feta on top of the tomatoes before baking.

Can you use a different cheese than feta?

There are many variations that can be used in making baked feta pasta with shrimp. One is to substitute the feta for other soft cheeses such as brie, boursin, or burrata.

Baked Feta Pasta with Shrimp in a white serving bowl.

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Baked Feta Pasta with Shrimp.

Baked Feta Pasta with Shrimp

Baked Feta Pasta with Shrimp is a delicious and flavorful pasta dish with a sauce that's made entirely in the oven.
5 from 6 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 524kcal
Author: Angela Allison

Equipment

  • large casserole dish or 9 x 13 baking pan

Ingredients

  • 22 ounces cherry tomatoes (2 pints)
  • 8 ounce block feta cheese drained
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 10 ounces rigatoni
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¼ cup basil, chopped
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Position oven rack near top third of oven.
  • In a large casserole dish or baking dish, add in the whole cherry tomatoes and place the block of feta in the center of the tomatoes. Drizzle on the olive oil and sprinkle on the salt and pepper. Bake for 30 minutes.
  • During the last 10 minutes of baking, cook the pasta according to package instructions, until al dente. Drain and set aside aside.
  • Carefully remove casserole dish from oven and stir together the feta and tomato mixture. Then, stir in the shrimp, garlic, and chili pepper flakes. Return to oven for another 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  • Remove the dish from oven and add in cooked pasta. Toss to evenly coat with the sauce. Top with fresh chopped basil and the zest and juice of a lemon (optional). Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Cherry tomatoes are essential to this recipe. You will need about two pints total.
  • You can find blocks of feta in the speciality cheese section in most grocery stores. Drain the feta before adding it to the baking dish.
  • You can use whatever size shrimp you like for this recipe. I always just use the large shrimp from the freezer section. Feel free to remove tails or cut into smaller pieces before using.
  • If cooking shrimp from frozen, add about 2-3 more minutes to the cooking time.
  • A tube-shaped pasta with ridges, like rigatoni or penne, is ideal to hold the sauce in this recipe.
  • I like to finish this dish off with the zest and juice of a lemon. This is optional.

Nutrition

Calories: 524kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 155mg | Sodium: 636mg | Potassium: 589mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 774IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 264mg | Iron: 2mg
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  1. Saif

    April 13, 2023 at 11:05 pm

    5 stars
    I love baked feta pasta. The shrimp makes it better for this dish. My entire family love it. Definitely going to make it again.

    Reply
    • Angela Allison

      April 14, 2023 at 4:55 am

      Thanks for the comment. So happy to hear you all enjoyed it!

      Reply
  2. Gina

    April 13, 2023 at 8:10 pm

    5 stars
    Made this for dinner tonight and it was a hit. Already being requested to make again!

    Reply
  3. Dina and Bruce

    April 13, 2023 at 6:05 pm

    5 stars
    Making this for our next family get together! Love ❤️

    Reply
  4. Cynthia

    April 13, 2023 at 2:45 pm

    5 stars
    So easy to throw together! Love all the flavors.

    Reply
  5. Nikki

    April 13, 2023 at 2:17 pm

    5 stars
    What a marvelous combination of flavors and I love how easy it is to make. It’s a perfect dinner on a busy weeknight.

    Reply

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