Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet Recipe
This Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal combining al dente farfalle pasta with sautéed mushrooms, garlic, fresh spinach, and a creamy touch of parmesan cheese. Perfect for a satisfying vegetarian dinner, it balances earthy flavors and subtle spice, ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 14 oz (400g) farfalle pasta
Sautéed Veggies
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 oz (400g) mushrooms, sliced
- 10 oz (300g) fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup (125ml) low-sodium vegetable broth
- Fresh cracked pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes (optional)
Cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring salted water to a boil and cook the farfalle pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for about 3 minutes until lightly browned.
- Add Garlic and Deglaze: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Pour in a bit of the vegetable broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up the browned bits. Reduce heat and cook for 1-2 minutes to let flavors meld. Remove mushrooms from skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Cook Spinach: In the same skillet, add the fresh spinach and cook for about 2 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste.
- Combine and Finish: Push the spinach to one side of the skillet, return the mushrooms to the pan, then add the drained pasta. Toss everything together. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese, the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, and Italian seasoning. Give everything a quick stir to combine well.
- Serve: Serve the pasta skillet warm, optionally sprinkled with red chili pepper flakes and extra parmesan cheese for added flavor and spice. Enjoy your meal!
Notes
- Use low-sodium vegetable broth to control salt levels.
- You can substitute farfalle with any other pasta shape you prefer.
- The chili flakes are optional and can be adjusted to your spice tolerance.
- For a vegan version, use vegan parmesan or nutritional yeast and replace the vegetable broth with water or a vegan broth.
- This dish pairs well with a simple side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Keywords: Parmesan pasta, spinach mushroom pasta, one skillet pasta, vegetarian pasta recipe, easy Italian dinner
