Description
This creamy One Pot Garlic Parmesan Sauce is a quick dinner lifesaver. Packed with garlic, freshly grated Parmesan, and rich cream, it’s perfect for easy dinner ideas, quick weeknight meals, or indulgent comfort food. Whether you’re drizzling it over pasta, grilled chicken, or dipping bread into it, this easy recipe delivers bold flavor with minimal effort. Great for anyone looking for food ideas that are both delicious and hassle-free.
Ingredients
4 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Melt the butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer for 5–7 minutes.
4. Reduce heat and gradually add the Parmesan, stirring continuously until fully melted.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and let simmer 2–3 more minutes.
6. Stir in parsley if using, then remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best texture and flavor.
Simmer gently and avoid boiling once dairy is added to prevent separation.
Reheat leftovers slowly over low heat, adding a splash of cream if needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg