Description
One Pan Spaghetti with Chard is a delightful and comforting dish that combines al dente spaghetti with vibrant Swiss chard, aromatic garlic, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. This easy one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights, delivering rich flavors and minimal cleanup. In just 30 minutes, you can create a gourmet experience that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 cups Swiss chard, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing the chard and chopping it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chopped chard and cook until wilted.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Add spaghetti, ensuring it is submerged in the broth.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and the chard is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese and lemon juice until creamy.
- Serve hot with additional cheese or red pepper flakes as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 15mg