Description
This One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta is a rich and flavorful dish that comes together in a single pot, making it both easy to prepare and clean up. With fresh garlic, creamy textures, and a sprinkle of Parmesan, it’s a comforting meal perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
- Pasta – Spaghetti
- fettuccine
- or penne
- Garlic – Fresh minced garlic
- Butter or Olive Oil
- Milk – Whole milk or any kind
- Parmesan Cheese – Freshly grated
- Optional – Cream cheese or sour cream
- Salt & Pepper
- Italian Seasoning
- Optional garnish – Fresh parsley or basil
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter or heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the pasta to the pot, then pour in enough milk to fully cover the pasta. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer until the pasta is cooked and the liquid has thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Once cooked, remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. If using, add cream cheese or sour cream for extra richness.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize this dish by adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or vegetables for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta, easy pasta recipe, creamy pasta, garlic pasta, one pot meal