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One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta

One pot creamy garlic pasta is rich and easy.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian-inspired

Ingredients
  

  • 1 –2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 garlic cloves minced
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 1.5 cups small pasta
  • 1.5 –2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-low heat.
  • Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add pasta and toast lightly for 1–2 minutes.
  • Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta absorbs most of the liquid.
  • Add heavy cream and stir well, continuing to simmer until pasta is al dente.
  • Stir in butter, parmesan, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix until creamy and well combined.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
  • This one pot creamy garlic pasta thickens naturally as it cooks, creating a rich sauce without extra steps.

Notes

You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth. This one pot creamy garlic pasta also works well with mushrooms or spinach added for extra flavor.