One Pot Spaghetti
Simplify your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and fuss-free One Pot Spaghetti, a complete meal that’s cooked entirely in a single pot for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor! This recipe combines tender spaghetti, savory ground beef or Italian sausage, and a rich, tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic garlic, onions, and Italian seasoning. The pasta cooks directly in a mix of chicken or vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce, ensuring every strand is perfectly coated in the hearty, flavorful sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for busy evenings. Serve it with freshly grated Parmesan and a sprinkling of basil for a comforting dinner your whole family will love. Ideal for quick meals, one-pot recipes, and easy spaghetti dinner ideas, this dish is sure to become a new household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 12 ounces dried spaghetti
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes (canned)
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (optional, for garnishing)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until aromatic.
Add the ground beef or Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into smaller pieces with a spoon. Drain any excess fat, if necessary.
Push the meat and onion mixture to one side of the pot, and place the dried spaghetti on the other side.
Pour the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken or vegetable broth over the spaghetti in an even layer.
Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper over the top.
Gently stir the mixture, ensuring the spaghetti is fully submerged in the liquid.
Cover the pot with a lid and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer covered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the spaghetti from sticking.
After 15 minutes, check the doneness of the pasta. If it needs more cooking, continue simmering for 2-3 minutes, adding extra broth or water if the pot looks dry.
When the spaghetti is al dente and the sauce has thickened, remove the pot from the heat.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve the one pot spaghetti hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
765 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.3 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 2147 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.4 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 994 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
