Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet – A Creamy, Healthy One-Pan Wonder
This quick and creamy one-skillet pasta recipe is packed with umami mushrooms, vibrant spinach, and savory Parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s ready in under 30 minutes and easily adaptable for dairy-free or vegan diets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: dinner
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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8 oz pasta (penne, fusilli, or linguine)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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8 oz cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced
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4 cups baby spinach
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (or vegan alternative)
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½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
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¼ tsp black pepper
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¼ tsp red chili flakes (optional)
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½ cup reserved pasta water
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Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice or fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté mushrooms until browned (about 6–8 mins).
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Add garlic and cook 1 minute, then toss in spinach and let it wilt.
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Stir in the cooked pasta and reserved water.
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Mix in Parmesan, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Toss to coat everything evenly.
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Finish with lemon juice or parsley. Serve hot!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 13g