One-Pan Butter Parmesan Pasta: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delightful, easy-to-make pasta dish that combines butter and parmesan for a creamy, comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: one-pan
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chicken broth and spaghetti, bringing it to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is cooked.
- Stir in the garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
- Adjust cheese quantity based on personal preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 45 mg