One Skillet Spaghetti

Get ready to transform weeknight dinners with this *One Skillet Spaghetti* recipe—a comforting classic made even easier with minimal cleanup! This flavorful dish combines tender ground beef, aromatic garlic, and a blend of Italian herbs, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce. The spaghetti cooks directly in the sauce, absorbing all its savory goodness while creating perfectly tender pasta in just one pan. Finished with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan and fresh parsley, this hearty meal delivers bold Italian flavors in just 35 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for busy evenings, this one-pot spaghetti packs convenience, deliciousness, and family-approved appeal into every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 3.5 cups chicken broth
• 12 ounces dried spaghetti
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a light simmer.

Step 5

Break the spaghetti in half (if necessary to fit in the skillet) and add it to the sauce. Submerge the pasta as much as possible using a spoon or tongs.

Step 6

Cover the skillet with a lid and let the spaghetti cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. If the sauce becomes too thick, add additional chicken broth, 1/4 cup at a time, to keep it saucy.

Step 7

Once the spaghetti is tender and cooked through, remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and incorporated.

Step 8

Top the spaghetti with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately. Pair with extra Parmesan on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2631.4 grams (2631.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3019

Total Fat 128.50g	165%
Saturated Fat 46.30g	232%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 361mg	120%
Sodium 6286mg	273%
Total Carbohydrate 320.80g	117%
Dietary Fiber 35.20g	126%
Total Sugars 52.00g
Protein 158.60g	317%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 892mg	69%
Iron 30mg	168%
Potassium 5522mg	117%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.6%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 41.7%