Description
One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines convenience with rich flavors, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. This delightful dish features a luscious, creamy tomato sauce enveloping pasta cooked to perfection—all in just one pot! The combination of savory seasonings and melted cheese creates a dish that is sure to please both kids and adults alike. With minimal cleanup and endless variation possibilities, this recipe is a must-try for any pasta lover looking for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 3 cups chicken stock or water
- 1 (15-oz) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
- 1 (12-oz) box short pasta shapes
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup cream cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic until soft, about 2 minutes.
- Add chicken stock, diced tomatoes, and pasta; season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 10-15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in Parmesan and cream cheese until melted and creamy. Let sit for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg