The Best One-Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta: Easy 15-Minute Dinner Recipe

If you are looking for a meal that feels like a hug in a bowl but doesn’t leave you with a sink full of dishes, this One-Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta is your answer. In the fast-paced life of America, we all need those ‘hero recipes’ that come together in under 20 minutes with just a few pantry staples. This pasta is rich, velvety, and packed with enough garlic to make any Italian grandmother proud. Let’s dive into the ultimate comfort food!

Nutrition Facts

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 485 kcal
• Total Fat: 26 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Sodium: 580 mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 50 g
• Dietary Fiber: 2 g
• Sugars: 3 g
• Protein: 14 g

The Best One-Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta: Easy 15-Minute Dinner Recipe

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Make the best One-Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta in just 15 minutes! This easy, velvety recipe uses simple ingredients and only one pan. Perfect for busy weeknights

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 4 People

Course: dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Italian

Calories: 485

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 ib Fettuccine or Spaghetti
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 cups Chicken broth (or Vegetable broth)
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and Black pepper (to taste)
• 1 tsp resh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method

 

1. Sauté Garlic: In a large pot or skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant (be careful not to burn it).
2. Combine Liquids: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Add the dry pasta directly into the pot.
3. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10–12 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking.
4. Finish with Cheese: Once the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened, stir in the Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Garnish: Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately while creamy.

👨‍🍳 Think Recipes Secrets (Chef’s Tips Section)

• Don’t Rinse the Pasta: Since we are cooking everything in one pot, the starch from the pasta helps thicken the sauce into a silky glaze.
• Add Protein: If you want a heartier meal, top this with some grilled chicken breast or sautéed shrimp.
• Fresh is Best: Use freshly grated Parmesan instead of the powdered stuff from a green can—it melts much smoother!