Description
This One Pot Beef and Garlic Butter Pasta is a quick and delicious dinner option that combines ground beef, garlic butter, and tender cavatappi pasta cooked together in a savory chicken broth. Finished with parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, this easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes for a comforting, flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 pound ground beef
Dairy
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup (50 g) parmesan cheese, grated for garnish
Spices & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Liquids
- 3 cups (24 ounces) chicken broth
Pasta
- 8 ounces cavatappi pasta
Garnish
- fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is no longer pink and cooked through. Drain any excess grease and set the beef aside while you prepare the next steps.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: In the same large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet with the garlic butter. Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together so the beef is evenly coated with the seasonings and garlic butter mixture.
- Add Broth and Pasta: Pour in the chicken broth and add the cavatappi pasta directly into the skillet. Stir briefly to combine the ingredients, then bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the pasta cook until tender, about 12-15 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Serve: Once the pasta is fully cooked and the liquid has mostly been absorbed, remove the skillet from heat. Garnish the dish with grated parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley before serving for a burst of flavor and freshness.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with plant-based ground meat alternatives and use vegetable broth.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten-free.
- If you prefer a creamier texture, stir in a splash of heavy cream or milk after cooking the pasta.
- To add extra veggies, consider stirring in spinach or mushrooms during the simmering step.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
