Description
One Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that brings rich flavors and creamy textures to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights and casual gatherings, satisfying even the pickiest of eaters. The best part? It all cooks in one pot, making cleanup a breeze! With every bite, you’ll enjoy a delightful combination of tomatoes, Parmesan, and cream cheese, creating a luscious sauce that perfectly coats your favorite pasta shapes. Add in some vegetables or proteins for a personalized touch, and watch as everyone comes back for seconds!
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
- ¼ cup cream cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic for about 2 minutes until softened.
- Add chicken stock and undrained diced tomatoes to the pot. Stir in pasta, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan and cream cheese until melted. Let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg