One Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

Indulge in the ultimate weeknight comfort food with this One Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce—a simple, flavor-packed meal that comes together in just 35 minutes! This recipe combines tender spaghetti, a rich and savory meat sauce, and a hint of aromatic herbs, all cooked together in one pot for easy preparation and cleanup. Featuring everyday staples like ground beef (or turkey), crushed tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, this dish is both hearty and budget-friendly. The pasta absorbs all the robust flavors as it cooks directly in the sauce, creating a perfectly cohesive dish with minimal effort. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, and enjoy the perfect dinner for busy nights or casual gatherings. Keywords: easy one-pot spaghetti recipe, meat sauce pasta, quick family dinner, Italian-inspired comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes (28-ounce can)
• 4 cups chicken broth (or water)
• 12 ounces spaghetti, broken in half
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 5

Season the beef mixture with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth (or water), stirring to combine all ingredients.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then add the spaghetti, breaking it in half to fit into the pot if necessary.

Step 8

Submerge the spaghetti into the sauce, ensuring it is mostly covered by the liquid.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Step 10

Once the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 12

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2744.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2407.8

Total Fat 137.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 402.9mg	0%
Sodium 7823.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 43.6g
Protein 127.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 786.0mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 3096.9mg	0%

*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: 50.9%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 28.1%