Description
A creamy, garlicky one pan Butter Parmesan Pasta ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy nights or a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups dry ditalini pasta
2 ½ – 3 cups chicken broth
3 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup heavy cream
3–4 tbsp salted butter
½ cup parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
Optional: Fresh parsley, red pepper flakes
Instructions
1. Sauté the Garlic: In a large skillet over medium-low heat, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Toast the Pasta: Add the ditalini pasta to the skillet and stir it with the garlic to evenly coat.
3. Cook the Pasta: Pour in enough chicken broth to cover the pasta, then add salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for about 9–10 minutes.
4. Check for Doneness: Stir; the pasta should be tender and most broth absorbed.
5. Add Cream & Butter: Stir in the heavy cream while keeping the skillet over low heat.
6. Incorporate Cheese: Add butter and parmesan, stirring until smooth.
7. Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes.
Notes
You can swap chicken broth for vegetable broth for a vegetarian option. For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.