One Pot Pasta (The Best Recipe!)

introduction

This One Pot Pasta (The Best Recipe!) is quick and warm. You cook pasta and sauce in one pan. This makes a small clean up. Try a similar easy dish like chicken pot pie pasta for another weeknight meal.

why make this recipe

You make this dish for fast food that still feels home made. You save time and pans. The taste stays bright from fresh tomatoes and garlic. If you like soups that blend with pasta, see an idea like one pot lasagna soup for variety.

how to make One Pot Pasta (The Best Recipe!)

Use a wide pan so the pasta lies flat. Break the pasta only if you need more space. Stir the pasta so it cooks in the liquid. Watch the pasta near the end so it stays al dente. For a meat or slow cook version, you can learn from this one pot beef stew method for ideas.

Ingredients :

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup onion (chopped)
• 6 cloves garlic (minced)
• 14 oz. fresh tomatoes (diced)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon chopped Italian basil
• 8 oz. spaghetti
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley
  For a creamier plate, try a dish like creamy Tuscan sausage pasta.

Directions :

Heat oil in a wide skillet, pan, or pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for 3 minutes or until they start to brown. Add the tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian basil, and spaghetti. Press the spaghetti with a spatula to submerge the pasta in the liquid. If your skillet, pan, or pot is not wide enough, break the spaghetti in half before cooking. Cover with the lid and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 8 minutes or until the pasta is al dente. If the pasta is not fully cooked after 8 minutes, add a little more chicken broth, cover, and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes. Uncover the lid, add salt, and turn off the heat. Top the pasta with Parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve immediately.

how to serve One Pot Pasta (The Best Recipe!)

Serve this pasta hot. Put cheese on top at the last minute. You can add a small green salad on the side. For a sweet end to the meal, you might like a cake like Russian honey cake.

how to store One Pot Pasta (The Best Recipe!)

Let the pasta cool to room temperature. Put it in an airtight box. Keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan with a splash of broth or in the microwave.

tips to make One Pot Pasta (The Best Recipe!)

• Use a wide pan so the pasta lies flat in the liquid.
• Break the spaghetti if the pan is small.
• Stir once or twice if the pasta sticks up out of the liquid.
• Taste the pasta at 8 minutes to check doneness.
• Add broth a little at a time if the pasta needs more time.

variation (if any)

• Add cooked chicken or shrimp for more protein.
• Use canned tomatoes if you do not have fresh ones.
• Add red pepper flakes for heat.
• Stir in a little cream for a richer sauce.

FAQs

Q: Can I use a different pasta shape?
A: Yes. Use any long or short pasta that fits your pan. Adjust cook time as the box tells.

Q: Can I make this vegetarian?
A: Yes. Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Q: How do I stop the pasta from sticking?
A: Use a wide pan and press the pasta down so it sits in the liquid. Stir once or twice.

Q: Can I freeze this pasta?
A: You can freeze it, but the texture may change. Freeze in small portions and thaw in the fridge before reheating.

Q: Do I need to add salt at the start?
A: The broth may have salt already. Add salt at the end and taste to set the level.

Conclusion

For another very simple one pot pasta idea, see 3-Ingredient One Pot Pasta – Kim’s Cravings.

One Pot Pasta (The Best Recipe!)

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• Author: olivia
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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A quick and easy one-pot pasta dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, combining fresh tomatoes, garlic, and spaghetti for a flavorful meal with minimal cleanup.

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Ingredients

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• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 14 oz. fresh tomatoes, diced
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon chopped Italian basil
• 8 oz. spaghetti
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley

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Instructions

1. Heat oil in a wide skillet, pan, or pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for 3 minutes or until they start to brown.
3. Add the tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian basil, and spaghetti.
4. Press the spaghetti with a spatula to submerge it in the liquid.
5. If your skillet is too narrow, break the spaghetti in half before cooking.
6. Cover with the lid and reduce the heat to medium-low.
7. Cook for 8 minutes or until the pasta is al dente.
8. If needed, add more chicken broth, cover, and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
9. Uncover the lid, add salt, and turn off the heat.
10. Top the pasta with Parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a creamier dish, stir in some cream. You can also add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 350
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 400mg
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fiber: 3g
• Protein: 15g
• Cholesterol: 30mg