One-Pan Butter Parmesan Pasta: Easy & Indulgent Weeknight Dish
This One-Pan Butter Parmesan Pasta is the perfect easy and indulgent dish for busy weeknights. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s creamy, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (any type)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the pasta, vegetable broth, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding sautéed vegetables or cooked chicken.
- This dish can be easily customized with your favorite herbs and spices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams