One-Pot Creamy Garlic Prawn Pasta
Tender prawns simmered in a garlicky cream sauce with pasta cooked right in the same pot for a quick Aussie-inspired dinner. This australian-inspired pasta ready in about 25 minutes pairs peeled and deveined raw prawns, olive oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 540 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined raw prawns
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 8 oz dried spaghetti
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 12 oz raw prawns and cook for 2 minutes until they start turning pink.
- Step 3: Pour in 3 cups chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add 8 oz dried spaghetti, pressing it down so it’s submerged. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the pasta.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Creamy Garlic Prawn Pasta take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (5 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Creamy Garlic Prawn Pasta?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Creamy Garlic Prawn Pasta?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Creamy Garlic Prawn Pasta for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pot Creamy Garlic Prawn Pasta?
Australian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
