Copycat Hamburger Helper Spicy Garlic Parmesan
This quick, one-pan pasta is loaded with bold garlic flavor, creamy sauce, and hearty ground beef. It's ready to save dinner in under 30 minutes!
Servings 6 servings
Calories 386kcal
Equipment
- 1 Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 15 ounce jar alfredo sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 ½ cups elbow pasta
- Black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley or extra Parmesan
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until fully browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed. Season with Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
- Add the Alfredo sauce. Pour the beef broth into the empty jar, seal, shake well, and pour into the skillet. Stir until combined.
- Add the dry pasta and stir to make sure it's submerged. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook for 9–11 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the sauce thickens.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
To reheat, add milk, heavy cream or beef broth to the pasta. This reheats well in a skillet on the stovetop.
Nutrition
Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 900mg | Potassium: 397mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 51IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg
