Description
This Creamy Ditalini Pasta with Peas and Chicken Broth is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy texture, savory flavors, and a hint of sweetness from the peas. With a simple blend of heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheese, this dish is easy to prepare and full of rich, satisfying flavors. The small, tube-shaped ditalini pasta is the perfect vessel for soaking up the delicious creamy sauce, making it a hearty meal for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g (9oz) Ditalini pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Chicken broth
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil ditalini pasta in chicken broth according to package instructions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Make the creamy sauce: Add frozen peas, heavy cream, chicken broth, and cheeses to the skillet. Stir until cheese melts and sauce thickens.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add cooked pasta to the sauce, stirring to coat. Adjust with reserved pasta water if necessary.
Notes
- Cheese: You can use a mix of Parmesan and mozzarella for a creamier texture, but feel free to experiment with other cheeses like Gouda or cheddar.
- Peas: If you prefer fresh peas, use them in place of frozen. Just make sure they’re cooked until tender before adding to the sauce.
- Broth: You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version of the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g