Description
Garlic Butter Pasta (One Pot) is a quick and delightful dish that brings together the rich flavors of garlic, herbs, and Parmesan cheese in just one pot. This creamy pasta is perfect for busy weeknights or as a stunning side dish for gatherings. With its simple preparation and minimal cleanup, you can enjoy a satisfying meal without the hassle. The bright touch of lemon juice adds freshness to the herb-infused sauce, making this pasta dish irresistibly comforting. Whether served as a main course or paired with your favorite proteins and vegetables, Garlic Butter Pasta is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 ¾ cups chicken broth
- ¾ cup half and half
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- ½ chicken bouillon cube
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ lb. shellbow pasta
- ¾ teaspoon dried basil
- ¾ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¾ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¾ teaspoon mustard powder
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together dried herbs and set aside.
- Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a soup pot over medium heat and sauté minced garlic with the herbs until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth, half and half, soy sauce, and crumbled bouillon cube; stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, add shellbow pasta, reduce heat slightly and cook uncovered according to package instructions while stirring frequently.
- Once al dente, reduce heat to low; gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Finish with remaining tablespoon of butter and fresh lemon juice; stir gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg