Broccoli Garlic Angel Hair Pasta

Broccoli Garlic Angel Hair Pasta
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    723

Delicate angel hair pasta embraces vibrant broccoli and fragrant garlic in this simple yet elegant dish. A touch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle warmth, while freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano provides a rich, savory finish. Perfect as a light lunch or a sophisticated side.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    77 g
  • Cholesterol
    38 mg
  • Fiber
    9 g
  • Protein
    22 g
  • Saturated Fat
    10 g
  • Sodium
    1053 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    25 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until softened and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to brown the garlic.

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Recipe View Stir in red pepper flakes and season with salt to taste.

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Recipe View Pour chicken stock into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the chopped broccoli stems and simmer until tender, approximately 10-12 minutes. Add more stock if the mixture starts to become dry.

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Recipe View While the broccoli stems are simmering, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 4 minutes.

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Recipe View Add the broccoli florets to the skillet with the stems. Cook until the florets are bright green and slightly tender, around 3-4 minutes.

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Recipe View Drain the pasta well and transfer it to a large pot. Pour the broccoli sauce over the pasta, add the freshly shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and stir gently to combine.

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Recipe View Cover the pot and let it stand for about 2 minutes, allowing the pasta to absorb any excess liquid and finish cooking to perfection.

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preference.
Feel free to add other vegetables, such as mushrooms or bell peppers.
Garnish with extra Parmigiano-Reggiano and a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend a portion of the broccoli mixture before adding the pasta.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 241 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Vergie Wilderman

    The tip about reserving pasta water is a game changer! My sauce was so creamy.

  • Monty Jaskolski

    I added some grilled chicken to make it a complete meal.

  • Oscar Bednar

    I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and it was still amazing!

  • Sedrick Rempelsmitham

    I love how quickly this comes together, perfect for a weeknight meal.

  • Maci Koelpin

    The broccoli was perfectly cooked, not mushy at all.

  • Laron Prohaska

    The red pepper flakes add just the right amount of heat.

  • Ron Greenfelder

    This recipe is so easy and delicious! My family loves it!

  • Alex Wunsch

    This is now a staple in our house!

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