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Garlic Butter Pasta

Garlic Butter Pasta

This Garlic Butter Pasta is a simple and flavorful dish combining pasta with a rich butter and garlic sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Pasta
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Pan

Ingredients
  

Seasonings

  • ¾ teaspoon dried basil
  • ¾ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¾ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ¾ teaspoon mustard powder
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper

Sauce/Pasta

  • 4 tablespoons butter divided
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 2 ¾ cups chicken broth
  • ¾ cup half and half
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ cube chicken bouillon
  • ¾ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ½ lb. Shellbow pasta see notes

Instructions
 

  • In a pot, cook the Shellbow pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in half and half, soy sauce, and chicken bouillon.
  • Add remaining butter, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and seasonings. Stir until well combined.
  • Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well coated. Serve immediately.

Notes

You can substitute different pasta shapes if preferred. Adjust seasonings to taste.
Keyword butter garlic sauce, easy pasta recipe, Garlic Butter Pasta