Creamy Dreamy Skillet Ricotta Pasta with Roasted Broccoli

Okay, real talk: have you ever made pasta that’s just *so* good you think you might’ve accidentally summoned some kind of food wizard? 🍝✨ I mean, like, this Skillet Ricotta Pasta with Roasted Broccoli is that level, my friend. Seriously, it’s a hug in a bowl.

Main dish photo — *The finished dish — looks amazing, right?*

Okay, Let’s Talk Ingredients

So, picture this: you’re in the grocery store, and you’ve got a cart—maybe you’ve even got a snack in your hand (no judgment!). Here’s what you wanna grab:

– Pasta (8 ounces): Seriously, any shape works—let your heart decide!
– Broccoli florets (2 cups): Fresh or frozen, whatever’s handy.
– Ricotta cheese (1 cup): This is where the creamy magic happens!
– Grated Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup): Because CHEESE.
– Lemon zest (1 teaspoon): It’s like sunshine in your pasta!

And don’t forget, you might wanna snag some garlic and olive oil, ’cause they’re basically best friends in this dish.

So Here’s Why I Make This Constantly

Okay, so picture this: one rainy Tuesday night, I was staring at my fridge like it had betrayed me. 😩 I had some random pasta, a sad-looking head of broccoli, and a tub of ricotta from who-knows-when. I tossed it all in a skillet, and let me tell you, magic happened. The flavors kinda danced together, and I felt like I was winning at adulting!!! Now, I whip this up whenever I need a quick fix or when I wanna impress someone (even if it’s just me, lol).

Another beautiful angle of the dish — *Just as gorgeous from this angle too!*

(Another beautiful shot because we can’t get enough!)

Here’s another glimpse of this beauty, just because.

The One Trick That Changes Everything

Okay, listen up—this is key: roast that broccoli! Seriously, just toss it in olive oil, sprinkle some salt, and roast it until it’s all crispy and caramelized. It adds this amazing depth of flavor that’s like a warm hug to your pasta!

Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips)

1. Don’t Overcook the Pasta: Like, no one likes mushy noodles. Cook it al dente!
2. Mix in the Ricotta Off the Heat: This makes it creamy without turning it into a weird blob.
3. Save Some Pasta Water: You might need a splash to loosen things up later—trust me!

How to Keep Them From Disappearing (Or, How to Store Them)

So, if you somehow have leftovers (which honestly, I don’t know how that happens), just pop ’em in an airtight container in the fridge for a couple of days. When you reheat, add a splash of water to loosen it back up. It’ll be just as delicious, I promise!

If You Liked This, You’ll Probably Like These Too

If you’re vibing with this dish, you might also wanna try my *Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta* or *Pesto Zoodle Salad*. Both are super easy and equally delish!

So, what do you think? Are you ready to make this creamy pasta dream? Let me know if you dive in! 😍✌️