Pasta with Chicken Broth, Butter and Parmesan
User Reviews
4.1
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
518 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Pasta with Chicken Broth, Butter and Parmesan
Description
This recipe uses 4 cups of chicken broth as the cooking liquid for small pasta shapes such as pastina, orzo, or stelline. The broth is brought to a boil and the pasta is added, then simmered gently to prevent evaporation so enough broth remains to provide moisture and flavor. Butter is stirred in after cooking to add richness, while grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs like basil or parsley brighten the finished dish.
The slow simmer technique ensures the pasta absorbs the broth's flavor instead of just water. Careful stirring prevents sticking and allows even cooking. The final dish combines tender pasta with a lightly buttery mouthfeel and subtle cheese seasoning with a sprinkle of black pepper.
This simple preparation works well as a gentle first course or side dish and can be adjusted for personal preference in seasoning and topping amounts. Serving with fresh herbs adds color and freshness without overpowering the mild main taste.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth or chicken stock
- 2 cups small pasta pastina/stelline/orzo, shapes
- ½ tick butter
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- black pepper
- salt you probably won't need any, to taste
- basil parsley works well too, fresh
Instructions
- Bring the chicken stock to a boil.
- Add the pasta and stir well
- Turn the heat down to a very gently simmer and cook the pasta as per the packet instructions. Ensure you stir it during the cooking as you are only using a small amount of stock. (see notes)
- Once the pasta is cooked, remove it from the heat and stir in the butter.
- Use a slotted spoon to divide the pasta between the serving bowls.
- Pour over the chicken stock. (See notes)
- Add the parmesan, plenty of black pepper and garnish with your fresh herbs.
Notes
- Cook pasta over very low heat to prevent broth evaporation and maintain enough liquid to cook pasta fully.
- If broth reduces too much, add boiling water cautiously to avoid diluting chicken flavor.
- Adjust the amount of buttery broth served with the pasta according to taste preferences.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 518 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 518kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 71g | 24% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 550mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 252mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 425IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 85mg | 9% |
| Iron | 3.3mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.1
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