Easy One-Pot Garlic Butter Broccoli Pasta
This quick and delicious garlic butter broccoli pasta is a budget-friendly and flavorful meal, perfect for busy weeknights. With tender pasta, buttery garlic sauce, and nutritious broccoli, it’s a satisfying dish the whole family will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta, One-Pot Meal
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (16 oz) spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 1 bag (12-16 oz) frozen steamed broccoli (or fresh)
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package directions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and return to the pot.
- Steam the Broccoli: Steam the broccoli while the pasta is cooking, using a steamer bag or boiling it separately.
- Add Butter: Add butter to the drained pasta and stir until melted.
- Season the Pasta: Mix in the steamed broccoli, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir well.
- Add Parmesan: Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy this easy, filling meal!
Optional Additions:
- Red pepper flakes for a little heat
- Cooked chicken, shrimp, or bacon for protein
- A squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness
Notes
- You can swap out the frozen broccoli for fresh, just steam or cook it until tender.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding extra Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg