One-Pot Garlic and Parmesan Pasta with Broccoli
A creamy, cheesy pasta dish cooked in one pot with tender broccoli and aromatic garlic. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs pasta, broccoli, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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 pasta
- 2 cups broccoli
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 3 tbsp olive oil in the same pot over medium heat. Add 2 cups broccoli florets and cook for 3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
- Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the pot and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly. Pour in 1/4 cup dry white wine and simmer for 2 minutes until reduced by half.
- Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Add the drained pasta and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water, stirring until the sauce coats the pasta and thickens, about 2 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Garlic and Parmesan Pasta with Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 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 Garlic and Parmesan Pasta with Broccoli?
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 pasta from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Garlic and Parmesan Pasta with Broccoli?
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 Garlic and Parmesan Pasta with Broccoli 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 Garlic and Parmesan Pasta with Broccoli?
Italian one pot 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect as a weeknight meal. The garlic and parmesan combo is spot on.
- ★★★★★
This was a hit with the whole family! Easy and delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Quick and tasty for a weeknight dinner.
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