Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet
Indulge in the creamy goodness of the Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet, a quick and satisfying one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. This delightful dish combines tender penne pasta with sautéed cremini mushrooms and fresh spinach, all enveloped in a rich Parmesan cream sauce. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a flavorful masterpiece that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté sliced cremini mushrooms for about 5 minutes until golden brown. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet and stir until wilted. Pour in heavy cream and mix well.
- Reduce heat to low, add drained penne pasta to the skillet, then stir in grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve hot and enjoy your creamy Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 90mg