One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta
A quick and delicious creamy garlic pasta dish made in one pot.
Equipment
- Large Skillet For cooking the pasta and sauce together.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 8 ounces penne pasta, uncooked
- 0.25 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper or to taste
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and uncooked penne pasta. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked through.
- Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or vegetables to the dish. Sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese on top before serving for a cheesy finish.