Creamy Garlic Parmesan Ranch Beef & Corn Pasta Skillet
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Creamy Garlic Parmesan Ranch Beef & Corn Pasta Skillet, a delightful one-pan meal ready in just 20 minutes. This recipe features savory ground beef combined with tender pasta and sweet corn, all enveloped in a rich, creamy ranch sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is versatile and can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables. Whether you’re serving it fresh for dinner or enjoying leftovers for lunch, this hearty skillet meal is sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups frozen corn
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and brown thoroughly. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add pasta, beef broth, and ranch seasoning; bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Lower heat; stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until sauce thickens (2-3 minutes).
- Mix in frozen corn (no need to thaw) and season with salt and pepper; cook an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg