Creamy Beef and Mushroom Pappardelle Pasta with Garlic
This creamy beef and mushroom pappardelle pasta is a quick and flavorful dinner ready in just 20 minutes. Tender pappardelle noodles are coated in a light, savory sauce made with chicken broth, parmesan cheese, garlic, and aromatic spices. Ground beef and earthy mushrooms add hearty richness, while a sprinkle of parsley and extra parmesan elevate every bite. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy meal with leftovers that taste even better the next day.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups mushrooms sliced
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1.5 cups parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp dried oregano
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- as needed pappardelle pasta cooked according to package instructions
- for garnish parsley chopped
- for garnish parmesan cheese extra
Instructions
Preparing the Beef
- In a large pan, brown the ground beef with minced garlic, chili powder, onion powder, garlic salt, and black pepper over medium heat.
- Drain any excess fat and set the beef aside.
Cooking Mushrooms and Combining
- In the same pan, melt the butter and sauté the sliced mushrooms until softened and lightly golden.
- Return the browned beef to the pan and stir to combine.
Making the Sauce
- Pour in the chicken broth and add one cup of grated parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and forms a light creamy sauce.
- Simmer the mixture for a few minutes to let the flavors meld.
Combining Pasta with Sauce
- Cook the pappardelle pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, following the package instructions.
- Drain the pasta and add it directly to the beef and mushroom sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- Add dried oregano and garlic powder, stirring to combine.
- Garnish with extra parmesan and chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Leaner ground beef is recommended to prevent greasy sauce.
- Reserve a small amount of pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.