One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta

One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that’s perfect for busy evenings when you want a delicious, fuss-free meal. Made with simple ingredients like pasta, garlic, butter, and Parmesan cheese, this dish comes together in just one pot—making it easy to prepare and clean up. The garlic-infused sauce is rich, flavorful, and coated over perfectly cooked pasta, making each bite indulgent and satisfying.

The beauty of this dish is in its simplicity. You start by sautéing garlic in butter, allowing it to release its aromatic flavor. Then, you add the pasta along with broth or water, and let everything simmer together. The pasta absorbs the flavors from the garlic and butter, cooking in its own sauce to create a creamy, savory dish without needing cream. Once the pasta is tender, a generous amount of grated Parmesan is stirred in, creating a luscious, velvety sauce that perfectly coats the noodles.

To make One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta even more flavorful, you can add seasonings like red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, fresh parsley for brightness, or a squeeze of lemon juice for extra zest. If you want to make it a complete meal, toss in some grilled chicken, shrimp, or sautéed vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.

This dish is ready in about 20 minutes, making it a great weeknight option. The fact that everything is cooked in one pot makes it both time-efficient and easy to clean up afterward. Whether you’re cooking for one or feeding the whole family, One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.

With its rich flavor, creamy texture, and minimal cleanup, this dish is everything you want in a comfort meal – simple, quick, and full of deliciousness.

One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta

3.62 from 107 votes

A quick and easy dish that combines the rich flavors of garlic and parmesan cheese into a creamy pasta, all cooked in one pot for minimal cleanup.

Servings 4 people

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 3 1/2 cups chicken broth low sodium
• 1 pound spaghetti
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• to taste salt and pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

 

• Heat the olive oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
• Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
• Add the spaghetti and cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
• Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and heavy cream until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Calories: 450kcal

Meal Type: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: cooking, pasta, recipe

Time: <30 Min

Level: Easy

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