One Pan Spaghetti with Chard
One Pan Spaghetti with Chard is a quick and comforting dish that brings Italian flavors to your table with minimal fuss. This delightful one-pot meal combines silky spaghetti and vibrant chard, all infused with aromatic garlic and rich extra virgin olive oil. Perfect for busy weeknights or unexpected guests, it promises maximum flavor and minimal cleanup—truly a weeknight hero!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
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
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in chopped chard stems and cook for 2 minutes before adding chard leaves. Cook until wilted.
- Pour in vegetable broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add spaghetti directly into the pan, stir well, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes until the pasta is al dente.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and toss gently to combine. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 10mg