Description
A quick and creamy one-pot garlic parmesan pasta featuring angel hair noodles in a buttery, garlicky sauce. Perfect as a standalone comfort meal or paired with your favorite protein.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
- 1 cup milk
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon parsley
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Grate the Parmesan cheese and let it come to room temperature.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and optional seasonings, stir to combine.
- Slowly stir in the milk and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add the angel hair pasta, breaking it if needed, and stir gently with tongs.
- Simmer for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Reduce heat to low, add the remaining tablespoon of butter, and toss to coat.
- Gradually add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
- Let the pasta rest for 1 minute to allow the sauce to thicken.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.
- Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from clumping.
- Red pepper flakes can be added for a spicy kick.
- Add cooked shrimp, grilled chicken, or steak for extra protein.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
