Description
Garlic Parmesan Pasta (One Pot!) is the ultimate comfort food that brings together the rich flavors of garlic and creamy Parmesan in a quick, one-pot meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish features delicate angel hair pasta enveloped in a buttery sauce that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Its creamy texture is sure to delight even the pickiest eaters, making it a family favorite. Plus, you can easily customize it by adding your choice of vegetables or proteins, ensuring everyone at the table gets a taste they love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- ½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Grate Parmesan cheese and set aside to reach room temperature.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Stir in chicken broth and optional seasonings; gradually add milk while stirring and bring to a boil.
- Add angel hair pasta directly into the boiling sauce; stir occasionally for about 4-5 minutes until cooked through.
- Reduce heat to low and mix in remaining butter and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauce
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg