Caramelized Onion Alfredo Pasta

This Caramelized Onion Alfredo Pasta is a creamy, one-pot wonder bursting with deep, savory flavor. Golden caramelized onions form the rich foundation for this dish, enhanced with garlic, broth, and heavy cream. A touch of cream cheese adds velvety body, while a generous handful of Parmesan finishes it off with irresistible cheesy richness. Comforting, satisfying, and loaded with flavor, this dish proves that simple ingredients can create gourmet-level results.

Author: These Carbs Don't Count

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: Italian

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Servings: 3 plates

Calories: 824 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 - onion
4 tablespoons - butter
dash - olive oil
Salt
Black pepper
3 cloves - garlic
½ lb - dry pasta
32 ounces - chicken broth
½ tsp - garlic powder
½ cup - heavy cream
¼ cup - cream cheese
1 cup - grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

In a large pan over medium heat, melt butter with a dash of olive oil.
Add onion rings and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 30–60 minutes until deeply caramelized. Add a little water as needed to prevent burning.
Once onions are caramelized, stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
Add dry pasta and stir to coat with the onion mixture.
Pour in broth and bring to a simmer. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Cook pasta in the broth for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Add heavy cream and stir. Simmer briefly, then add cream cheese and whisk until smooth.
Stir in Parmesan cheese and mix until creamy. Serve hot with extra Parmesan on top.

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