Description
Creamy Lemon Herb Butter Ravioli is a rich yet refreshing pasta dish made with cheese ravioli simmered in a velvety parmesan cream sauce infused with fresh herbs, garlic, and bright lemon zest. All cooked in one skillet in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, de-stemmed
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, de-stemmed
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup additional chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 pound store-bought cheese ravioli
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano, plus more for topping
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter until sizzling.
- Add the chopped shallot and cook for 1–2 minutes until translucent and lightly golden.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Add the fresh tarragon and thyme and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, additional broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir to combine.
- Add the ravioli directly into the skillet and gently stir to coat in the sauce.
- Cover with a lid and cook for 5–7 minutes, until the ravioli are tender.
- Remove the lid and stir well. The sauce may still be thin at this point.
- Stir in the grated Parmigiano Reggiano and remove from heat. Let the dish rest for 1–2 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately with extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- Use high-quality refrigerated cheese ravioli for best results.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth.
- Letting the sauce rest helps it thicken naturally before serving.
- Garnish with extra herbs and lemon zest for added freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
