Description
One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta is a quick, comforting dish where pasta cooks directly in a rich, garlicky sauce. Made with pantry staples and minimal cleanup, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy meals anytime.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or linguine)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the broth and milk, bring to a simmer.
- Add uncooked pasta and cook uncovered, stirring often, for 10–12 minutes or until pasta is tender.
- Once most of the liquid has been absorbed and thickened, stir in the Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve warm.
Notes
- Add cooked chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.
- Stir in spinach or peas for extra veggies.
- Use white wine with broth for added flavor depth.
- Swap in plant-based milk and vegan Parmesan for a dairy-free version.
- Adjust sauce thickness by adding more broth or milk as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
