Description
Easy One-Pot Pasta is a quick, flavorful, and low-fuss meal where everything—pasta, sauce, veggies, and seasonings—cooks in a single pot. It’s creamy, comforting, and perfect for busy nights when you need a delicious dinner fast.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes or 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried basil and oregano
- Optional: 1 cup cooked chicken, sausage, or beans
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Add tomatoes and cook for 2–3 minutes to release juices.
- Pour in broth, add uncooked pasta, and season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in spinach or kale until wilted.
- Add cream and Parmesan, stirring until creamy and well combined.
- Mix in any cooked protein and heat through.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm.
Notes
- Add mushrooms, zucchini, or bell peppers for extra veggies.
- Use red pepper flakes or hot sauce for heat.
- Swap in mozzarella, goat cheese, or Asiago for a flavor twist.
- Use coconut milk or cashew cream for a dairy-free option.
- Choose gluten-free pasta and broth if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
