Description
This Garlic Parmesan Pasta is a creamy, flavorful one-pot dish perfect for a quick and comforting meal. Made with tender angel hair pasta simmered in a garlic-infused buttery sauce with chicken broth, milk, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, it delivers rich taste with minimal effort. Garnished with fresh parsley, this recipe is easy to prepare and ideal for a cozy dinner or lunch.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 8 oz. angel hair pasta
- Fresh parsley, to garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Cheese: Grate the Parmesan cheese finely and set it aside to reach room temperature for better melting later.
- Melt Butter and Cook Garlic: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally until fragrant but not browned.
- Add Liquids and Boil: Pour in the chicken broth and slowly add the milk while stirring. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add Pasta: Add the angel hair pasta to the boiling liquid. If needed, break the noodles in half or allow them to soften slightly and then use tongs to twist them into the skillet.
- Simmer Pasta: Reduce heat to a simmer and cook the pasta for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Adjust the heat to low once simmering.
- Add Butter and Cheese: Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and toss to coat the pasta. Gradually sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously to create a smooth, creamy sauce. The sauce may appear thin at first but will thicken as it stands and the pasta absorbs it.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the pasta and serve immediately, optionally with garlic bread with cheese on the side.
Notes
- Ensure the liquid is boiling when adding pasta for best consistency.
- Using milk instead of half and half yields a slightly lighter sauce; both work well.
- Shred Parmesan cheese from a block for optimal flavor and melting qualities.
- Turn off the heat before adding cheese to prevent the sauce from becoming grainy due to heat separation.
- Add cheese gradually and stir continuously to achieve a creamy texture.
- If you only have spaghetti, try substituting it in this recipe or try the Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta with spaghetti and chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
