Description
One-Pan Butter Parmesan Pasta is a creamy, indulgent dish that comes together in just 20 minutes, making it the ultimate weeknight meal. This easy pasta recipe features tender ditalini pasta coated in a luscious butter and parmesan sauce, creating a comforting bowl of goodness that appeals to both kids and adults alike. The beauty of this dish lies in its versatility; enjoy it on its own or enhance it with your favorite proteins like grilled chicken or sautéed shrimp. With minimal cleanup required, you can savor every bite without the hassle of extensive cooking!
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, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the dry ditalini pasta to the skillet, stirring to coat with garlic.
- Pour in enough chicken broth to cover the pasta, then season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to simmer for about 9–10 minutes.
- Check the pasta for doneness; there may be some broth remaining which will absorb as it cools.
- Drizzle in heavy cream while keeping on simmer and stir for one minute.
- Remove from heat and mix in butter and parmesan cheese until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg