Description
One Pan Spaghetti with Chard is a delightful, easy-to-make dish that brings together the rich flavors of garlic-infused olive oil, tender spaghetti, and vibrant chard. Perfect for weeknight dinners or unexpected guests, this one-pan meal combines simplicity with elegance, making it a crowd-pleaser. The enticing aroma fills your kitchen as this comforting dish comes together in just 30 minutes, ensuring you spend less time cleaning and more time enjoying moments with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 cups fresh chard, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Wash and chop the chard into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- Sauté garlic and chard: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds), then add chopped chard and cook until wilted (around 3 minutes).
- Add spaghetti: Pour in dry spaghetti and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally until pasta absorbs liquid (10-12 minutes).
- Season: Once pasta is cooked, season with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Finish: Remove from heat and fold in Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts.
- Serve warm: Dish out portions garnished with extra cheese or cracked pepper as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg