Quick One Pot Pasta Dinners – 20-Minute Creamy Mushroom Pasta
Looking for a quick one pot pasta dinner that’s comforting, delicious, and ready in just 20 minutes? This creamy garlic mushroom pasta is your new go-to recipe for busy weeknights — minimal cleanup, maximum flavor!
Recipe Details (SEO section below subtitle):
- Preparation Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Nutritional Value: ~520 kcal per serving
- Difficulty Level: 2/5
Ingredients :
Pasta (200g / 7 oz) 🍝, sliced mushrooms (150g / 5 oz)
🍄, garlic (3 cloves) 🧄, onion (1 small)
🧅, vegetable broth (500ml / 2 cups)
🥣, heavy cream (120ml / ½ cup)
🥛, olive oil (1 tbsp) 🫒, Parmesan cheese (40g / 1.5 oz)
🧀, salt
🧂, pepper,
parsley (optional) 🌿
How to Make Quick One Pot Pasta Dinners:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic for 2–3 minutes.
- Add mushrooms and cook until tender (5 minutes).
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Add pasta directly to the pot and reduce heat to medium.
- Cook uncovered, stirring often, until pasta absorbs most of the broth (10–12 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan. Simmer until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately!
Pro Tips for the Best Quick One Pot Pasta Dinners
Use short pasta types like penne, fusilli, or farfalle for better absorption.
Stir frequently to avoid pasta sticking to the bottom.
For more protein, toss in cooked chicken or canned white beans.
Want it vegan? Swap cream and cheese with coconut milk and nutritional yeast.
Best Ways to Use Quick One Pot Pasta Dinners
Perfect weeknight meal for the whole family.
Serve with a fresh salad or garlic bread.
Store leftovers in fridge for up to 2 days – reheat with a splash of broth or milk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use gluten-free pasta?
A: Yes! Just keep an eye on the cooking time – some gluten-free pastas cook faster.
Q: What if I don’t have cream?
A: You can use milk with a tablespoon of flour or cornstarch for thickness.
Q: Can I freeze this?
A: It’s best eaten fresh, but you can freeze it — reheat gently and add more cream or broth.
A bit more time is needed for our Carbonbara or for our delicious Penne Arrabiata, but try it, you will not regret.