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    Home » Main Dish » Creamy Garlic Parmesan Penne

    Creamy Garlic Parmesan Penne

    Published: Mar 24, 2019 · Modified: Sep 6, 2021 by Jennie · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Penne works perfectly as an easy dinner or a delicious side dish. Everything is made in one pot for less clean up. 

    Creamy Garlic Parmesan Penne

    How to make Creamy Garlic Parmesan Penne:

    In a large pot add oil then add minced garlic. Cook on medium/low. To the same pot add butter, broth, milk, parsley, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil then add pasta.

    Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes until pasta is tender. Add grated parmesan cheese and mix until pasta is coated and all ingredient is well combined.

     More Pasta Recipes to Try:

    • Parmesan Lemon Pasta and Chicken
    • Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Rotini
    • Chicken Fajita Pasta
    • Baked Mac and Cheese
    • Cheesy Taco Pasta 

    Creamy Garlic Parmesan Penne

    How do I make the sauce thicker?

    If you want a thicker sauce then you can add butter then flour to your pot and mix until you get a paste. Add in milk and broth slowly whisking until you have a thickened sauce.

    Then continue with the directions. If you already cooked your pasta you can try adding cornstarch to this recipe to thicken it up.

    What other pasta can I use besides penne?

    This recipe would work for several different types. You would just need to adjust your cooking time accordingly that are found on the package.

    What can I serve with this?

    • Italian Salad
    • Shredded Chicken
    • Slow Cooker Ham
    • Chicken sausage or kielbasa
    • Cheesy Ranch Chicken
    • Lemon Pepper Chicken

    Creamy Garlic Parmesan Penne

    Here are a few more dinner ideas that are made in one pot:

    One Pot Cheesy Chicken and Rice: Easy One Pot Cheesy Chicken and Rice makes the perfect dinner idea with little clean up after!

    One Pot American Goulash: American goulash is one of my families favorite easy dinner recipe. I love making this one pot version.

    One Pot Stuffed Pepper Casserole: This simple One Pot Stuffed Pepper Casserole is full of flavor and a recipe you will want to make over and over again. 

    Creamy Garlic Parmesan Penne

    Creamy Garlic Parmesan Penne

    Jennie Duncan
    This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Penne works perfectly as an easy dinner or a delicious side dish. Everything is made in one pot for less clean up. 
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 279 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 oz Penne pasta
    • 1 tablespoon Oil
    • 2 tablespoons Minced garlic
    • 3 tablespoons Butter
    • 1 cup Milk
    • 2 cups Chicken broth
    • 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Pepper
    • ½ cup Grated parmesan cheese
    • Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

    Instructions
     

    • In a large pot add oil then add minced garlic. Cook on medium/low. 
    • To the same pot add butter, broth, milk, parsley, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil then add pasta. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes until pasta is tender. 
    • Add grated parmesan cheese and mix until pasta is coated and all ingredient is well combined. 
      Optional: for garnish, I added fresh chopped parsley. 

    Notes

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 279kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 678mgPotassium: 221mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 315IUVitamin C: 6.4mgCalcium: 158mgIron: 0.8mg
    Keyword garlic, parmesan, penne
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