Add the uncooked pasta, garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil, and water to a large skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Stir the pasta constantly and cook for about 5 to 6 minutes.

Next, add the broccoli and butter, continuing to stir constantly for another 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and mix thoroughly. Pour in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and cook for another 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

One-Pot Broccoli Alfredo Pasta

I absolutely love one-pot pasta dishes, and I previously shared a version with mushrooms and asparagus. The best part is that you only need to clean one pan, a cutting board, a knife, and a few prep bowls—making it so convenient! Plus, dinner is on the table in under 30 minutes!

Since I discovered the ease of one-pot pasta meals, I’ve been eager to try a creamy Alfredo sauce version. Alfredo sauce is so cheesy and rich—it might just be my favorite! What about you?

Let me show you how to make this delicious recipe. Start by cutting the broccoli into small, bite-sized pieces. When cutting, I always imagine how they’ll look on my fork. If they fit well with a piece of pasta, then they’re the perfect size.

Place the uncooked pasta into the skillet along with garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil, and water. Bring the water to a boil. Once it starts boiling, set the timer for 5 minutes. Stir the pasta constantly as it cooks for that amount of time.

Now, add the broccoli and butter to the skillet. Continue cooking and stirring for 2 to 3 minutes.

Once the broccoli is tender, reduce the heat to low. Add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring thoroughly to combine. Let it cook for another 3 minutes, allowing the cheese and cream to blend into the pasta. Season with more salt and pepper to taste.

Serve with plenty of Parmesan cheese on top for a truly indulgent dish!