This baked goat cheese pasta with spinach and mushrooms is incredible! This is the baked goat cheese tomato pasta Tiktok inspired me to make, a recipe for pasta with goat cheese and spinach that is so easy and delicious! And if you enjoy this goat cheese pasta recipe, you'll love my Boursin Pasta, my Ricotta Lemon Pasta, and my Lemon Shrimp Pasta with Kale!
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Baked Goat Cheese Tomato Pasta
If you've tried the viral Tiktok baked feta pasta (or even better, my version with creamy Boursin cheese!) then you know this is gonna be good! This baked goat cheese pasta Tiktok viral recipe is so deliciously creamy and easy to make! And this one is even better because we're adding spinach and mushrooms for even more flavor. And that creamy goat cheese makes all the difference!
Does goat cheese melt in the oven?
The question is: can you heat goat cheese? Yes! Goat cheese heats well and gets softer and creamier in the oven, but it doesn't fully melt. So it's perfect for this goat cheese tomato pasta sauce because it stays extra creamy and caramelizes a bit in the oven while it bakes.
Is the TikTok feta Pasta actually good?
I really do like the feta version of the Tiktok pasta, but this baked goat cheese pasta recipe is even better! The goat cheese is a milder flavor and complements the veggies, tomatoes, and garlic perfectly!
Baked Goat Cheese Pasta Ingredients
- tomatoes - you can use cherry or grape tomatoes in this recipe, or even a larger variety of tomatoes cut into smaller pieces!
- red onion - I love the flavor that sliced red onion adds to this goat cheese tomato pasta sauce! You can substitute yellow or white onions if you like.
- garlic - throw in whole cloves -- at least 5-7, but you can add as many as you feel like!
- mushrooms - mushrooms are the perfect addition to this pasta with goat cheese and spinach! They're roasted to a nice caramelization and add so much flavor.
- goat cheese - you'll need an 8-ounce log of goat cheese. I wouldn't recommend using crumbled goat cheese because it won't end up as creamy.
- olive oil - I love this La Tourangelle extra virgin olive oil!
- salt and pepper - to taste
- baby spinach - adds some great flavor and the nutritious benefits of more veggies to this goat cheese pasta recipe.
- pasta - I typically use bronze-cut rigatoni and it complements the creamy sauce so well!
- basil - we're topping this creamy pasta dish with a little fresh basil, and it's the perfect finishing touch!
Equipment Needed
You'll need a 9x13 pan or casserole dish for this recipe, to bake your goat cheese and veggies down to delicious caramelized goodness! You'll also need a stock pot to boil your pasta. Here are all the tools I recommend:
Can I substitute feta for goat cheese?
Yes you can! That would make this pasta recipe more like the TikTok baked feta pasta that went viral. But if you can't find 8 ounces of goat cheese, you can use a similar amount of block feta cheese for the same tangy, creamy goodness!
If you try this recipe, I would love it if you could leave a star review rating and comment below! It’s so wonderful hearing your feedback! And don’t forget to share your creations with me by tagging @chenee_today on Instagram!
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📖 Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 pint (473 ml) cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1 red onion - roughly chopped
- 5-7 cloves garlic
- 1 cup (96 g) sliced mushrooms
- 8 oz. (227 g) soft goat cheese - in a log, not crumbles
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- 4 tablespoon (59 ml) olive oil
- 12 ounces (340 g) pasta - uncooked (with ½ cup pasta water reserved)
- 2 cups (60 g) fresh baby spinach
- 3-4 leaves fresh basil - chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Spread tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, and garlic cloves evenly in a 9 x 13 baking pan or casserole dish.1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, 1 red onion, 5-7 cloves garlic, 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- Place goat cheese log in center of dish, surrounded by other ingredients.8 oz. soft goat cheese
- Drizzle with olive oil and add salt and pepper to taste. Toss to coat.4 tablespoon olive oil, Salt and pepper
- Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes.
- Meanwhile, boil pasta in well-salted water until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water just before draining.12 ounces pasta
- Immediately after removing dish from oven, toss in spinach and use a wooden spoon or spatula to stir the spinach mixture up into the roasted vegetable mixture.2 cups fresh baby spinach
- Allow a few minutes for spinach to wilt, then toss in pasta and reserved pasta water. Stir until sauce is creamy and pasta is well-coated.
- Sprinkle on basil and serve immediately.3-4 leaves fresh basil
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Last Updated on April 25, 2023 by Chenée Lewis
MacKenzie
I made this for my family last night and the goat cheese adds so much richness to the pasta. Can’t wait to make again.
Chenée Lewis
I think so too! So glad you liked it!
Tara
This is my new favorite pasta! Bursting with flavor and the lovely tang of red onions and juicy tomatoes, this dish is a keeper!
Chenée Lewis
Thank you so much!
Anjali
This was a fun twist on the tiktok feta pasta! My whole family loved it!
Chenée Lewis
Thank you! I love the swap of goat cheese for feta!
Caitlin
This is the most delicious and comforting pasta recipe ever, love it!
Chenée Lewis
So glad you like it!
Jazz
This was a really simple way to get dinner on the table and turned out fabulously. I added a little extra spinach and we all loved it!
Chenée Lewis
Can't hurt to get more veggies in! Glad you all enjoyed!
Mo
I'm trying this tonight, sans spinach (don't have any) and with spaghettini as a side with chicken Kyiv... have made the tomato bake with feta, with Boursin and with cream cheese but I have a feeling this will be my fave!
Chenée Lewis
Yum! Hope you enjoy!
Kaluhi
The goat cheese added a great complexity to this dish! It was super rich and indulgent yet simple to put together! I will be making this over the weekend once again!
Chenée Lewis
So glad you like it! 🙂
Carita
I saw this recipe on Instagram and knew I had to try it out. It was so good; I wanted to come and give you props! I'm a huge lover of goat cheese and the tomato sauce was perfect. I can't wait to make this again, think I'll add shrimp next time, yum!
Chenée Lewis
So glad you liked it! I love the idea of adding shrimp for a little extra protein!
Robin Sparks
I loved how effortlessly this dish came together - everyone thought I spent a lot more time in the kitchen than I did. Thank you for another slam dunk dinner!
Chenée Lewis
Thank you so much! Glad it was a hit!
Marta
I agree that this version of baked goat cheese pasta is WAY better than the TikTok version. It has a fresher taste, especially since I used basil from our garden.
Chenée Lewis
Oh that's the best! So glad you enjoyed it!
Britney Brown-Chamberlain
This was the perfect weeknight meal for my family! It's one of those no fuss meals that's only a few ingredients and SO delicious. Thank you for this recipe, definitely making it again!
Chenée Lewis
Thanks! I'm so glad you liked it!
nicki
this recipe hits all the right notes. so easy and delicious
Chenée Lewis
Thank you! I love an easy dinner recipe!