One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta: A Quick 20-Minute Dinner Solution
By Olivia Hayes
This One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta is the perfect choice for a fast and satisfying dinner. With a bold garlic flavor and a silky smooth sauce, this dish is made in just 20 minutes using simple ingredients. Ideal for family meals or a quick solo dinner, it allows for easy cleanup with just one pot. Customize it with your favorite proteins or veggies for a complete meal that hits all the right notes.
Ingredients
- •8 oz pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
- •1 tablespoon butter (or olive oil)
- •4 cloves garlic (minced)
- •2 cups milk (whole preferred, or use any you have)
- •1 cup water (or as needed to just cover the pasta)
- •0.75 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- •0.5 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- •0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- •1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- •2 tablespoons cream cheese (or sour cream for extra creaminess)
- •chopped parsley (optional garnish)
- •basil (optional garnish)
Instructions
- 1
In a large pot or deep skillet, melt the butter (or heat the olive oil) over medium heat.
- 2
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly.
- 3
Pour in the dry pasta, milk, and enough water to just barely cover the pasta.
- 4
Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
- 5
Reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for 8–10 minutes or until pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has reduced to a creamy sauce.
- 6
Add Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- 7
Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.
- 8
For an extra creamy sauce, stir in cream cheese or sour cream.
- 9
Garnish with chopped parsley or basil and serve immediately while hot.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
430
