Description
Chili Oil Garlic Butter Pasta is a quick and flavorful dish that brings together the rich taste of garlic butter and the heat of chili oil, perfectly coating tender pappardelle noodles. This delightful meal can be whipped up in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility; you can easily customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins, ensuring everyone at the table finds something to love. Garnished with fresh green onions and extra parmesan, this pasta dish not only satisfies cravings but also impresses with its bold flavors. Enjoy a comforting bowl that’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pappardelle noodles
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons crunchy garlic chili oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- green onion (minced, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pappardelle noodles in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat, then sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in chili oil, soy sauce, and honey. Add cream and gradually incorporate parmesan until melted.
- Toss drained noodles in the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve garnished with green onions and extra parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg