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One Pan Creamy Tomato Pasta

One Pan Creamy Tomato Pasta for a Quick Weeknight Win

Discover One Pan Creamy Tomato Pasta, a quick and delicious dish perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil for a different flavor
  • 1 medium Diced Yellow Onion shallots can be used for a milder taste
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes or canned diced tomatoes if fresh aren't available
  • 8 ounces Dry Penne Pasta substitute with any short pasta like fusilli or rotini
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce homemade sauce gives a fresh taste
  • 2 cups Water replace with vegetable broth for extra flavor
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic for bolder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano can use Italian seasoning as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper
For the Creaminess
  • 4 cups Fresh Baby Spinach or kale or Swiss chard
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half or dairy-free alternative
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese or a plant-based cheese alternative for vegan options
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Basil Leaves or dried basil in a pinch
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese optional

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add the diced yellow onion and halved cherry tomatoes; sauté for about 7-8 minutes until onions are soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in dry penne pasta, marinara sauce, water, garlic powder, dried oregano, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper. Bring to simmer.
  4. Cover and let it cook for 10-12 minutes until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove the lid, mix in the heavy cream, fresh baby spinach, and shredded mozzarella cheese; stir for about 2 minutes until combined.
  6. Garnish with chopped basil and optional grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and can be customized with different vegetables or proteins.

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