One Pan Creamy Tomato Pasta

Introduction

One Pan Creamy Tomato Pasta is the answer for anyone craving comfort food with minimal fuss. This dish elevates ordinary pantry staples into a luscious, weeknight dinner—all in a single pan. With a silken tomato sauce, perfectly cooked noodles, and just the right balance of garlic, basil, and a finishing swirl of cream, this pasta is pure ease and elegance in every bite.

What sets this recipe apart is its combination of vivid flavors and its efficient, no-mess approach. If you want a dish that tastes restaurant-quality yet leaves few dishes to clean, this is your go-to recipe.

Why You’ll Love This Creamy Tomato Pasta

The one-pan concept isn’t just about simplicity. By cooking the pasta directly in the sauce, it absorbs all the flavors, making every forkful irresistibly creamy and intense. The result is a rich, tangy, and savory tomato base clinging to al dente noodles—all finished with a swirl of cream that mellows and rounds out the flavor.

A handful of fresh ingredients and a smartly chosen nonstick skillet make it possible to have this pasta on your table in just 30 minutes.

Key Prep Steps for the Richest Tomato Sauce

Start by chopping your onion, garlic, and herbs for maximum flavor release. Using a vegetable chopper like the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper will streamline prep, ensuring even, quick dicing. For the creamiest sauce, pureeing canned tomatoes in a powerful blender such as the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender helps you achieve a smoother texture.

Choose a heavy, nonstick skillet like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet to ensure even heat distribution and easy cleanup.

Assembling and Cooking One Pan Creamy Tomato Pasta

Everything cooks in one pan—onion, garlic, tomatoes, broth, pasta, and cream—so start with a solid foundation. Sauté the aromatics, toast your pasta briefly for deeper flavor, then pour in the rest of your ingredients. Let everything simmer gently, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

The magic is in letting the pasta absorb the tomato base as it cooks; add your cream and cheese right at the end for a glossy, velvet finish. Use a heat-resistant tool such as the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher for stirring and breaking up any tomato chunks as the sauce thickens.

Serving and Storing Tips

This pasta is best eaten immediately, garnished with fresh basil and extra Parmesan. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container like the Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for lunch the next day.

For a stress-free family meal, set your table with a disposable Pureegg Plastic Table Cloth for easy cleanup—and let everyone dig in.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields 4 generous servings of ultra-creamy pasta. Each portion clocks in at roughly 430–490 calories, depending on your cream and cheese choices. It’s a hearty dinner that tastes indulgent but comes together with everyday ingredients.

One Pan Creamy Tomato Pasta (Recap)

With its opulent, velvety sauce and bold tomato flavors, this one-pan pasta is both a time-saver and a taste sensation. Whether you’re feeding a busy family or impressing unexpected guests, it’s a foolproof way to deliver big comfort in a single skillet.

Instructions

1. In a large SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion (using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper makes this step quicker) and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Pour in blended tomatoes (use the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender for a super-smooth consistency) and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
3. Add uncooked pasta to the pan, ensuring it’s submerged in liquid. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
4. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook, stirring occasionally with the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher to keep the pasta from sticking and to help break up the tomatoes.
5. Simmer for 12–15 minutes until the pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Mix until the sauce is glossy and creamy.
6. Remove from heat and fold in fresh basil. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. Serve hot, garnished with extra basil and Parmesan. Store any leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for easy reheating.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes