One-Pan Lemon Garlic Pasta
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One-Pan Lemon Garlic Pasta

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Prep5 min
Cook20 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy
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One pan, 20 minutes, and a handful of pantry staples — that's all it takes for this easy lemon garlic pasta. The linguine cooks right in the sauce, absorbing all that bright, lemony, garlicky flavor from the broth as it simmers. It's the kind of quick pasta dinner that feels effortless and tastes like you actually tried.

Pro Tip

Use a wide, deep skillet so the pasta has room to cook evenly in the liquid — this is what makes the one pan method work. Stir frequently during those 9–11 minutes so nothing sticks.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt, pepper, and parmesan to taste
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Instructions

  1. 1

    Add pasta, garlic, broth, lemon zest, and olive oil to a large skillet. Bring to a boil.

  2. 2

    Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, for 9–11 minutes until pasta is al dente and liquid is mostly absorbed.

  3. 3

    Squeeze in lemon juice and toss to combine.

  4. 4

    Season with salt and pepper. Top with parsley and parmesan. Serve immediately.

Total time: 5 min prep + 20 min cook  · Serves: 4  ·  Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients used.

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