Description
One-Pan Creamy Tuna Pasta is a delightful weeknight meal that combines tender pasta and rich tuna in a velvety, aromatic sauce. This simple yet gourmet dish takes just one pan to prepare, making cleanup a breeze. With fresh herbs, a hint of lemon, and the luxurious creaminess of heavy cream, it’s sure to impress both family and guests. Perfect for cozy dinners or quick meals, this recipe brings comfort and satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna packed in olive oil, drained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until aromatic, but avoid burning.
- Pour in vegetable broth and heavy cream; stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Fold in the drained tuna and cooked pasta; let everything mingle on low heat for a couple of minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley. Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg