Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of One-Pan Butter Parmesan Pasta, a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this rich pasta dish that combines the simplicity of butter and freshly grated parmesan cheese, creating a heavenly sauce that’s sure to please both kids and adults. This versatile recipe allows you to customize your pasta with your favorite proteins or enjoy it on its own. With minimal cleanup thanks to one-pan cooking, this dish will quickly become a staple in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups dry ditalini pasta
- 2 1/2 – 3 cups chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 3–4 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-low heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add dry ditalini pasta to the skillet and stir well.
- Pour in enough chicken broth to cover the pasta completely; season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 9–10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream, mixing well for about one minute.
- Remove from heat; add butter and parmesan cheese, stirring until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg