Are you looking for a weeknight dinner that is both quick and tasty? Look no further than this delicious ground turkey pasta recipe!
Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy-to-make dish will satisfy your taste buds without taking up too much of your time.
This One Pot Ground Turkey Pasta recipe is a great low-maintenance weeknight dinner that is budget-friendly and full of flavor.
This dish is extremely flexible – you can use any type of pasta you have in your pantry as well as choose to add in some veggies if desired.
Why you should make this ground turkey pasta
- It is a budget-friendly recipe, with simple ingredients and low maintenance to make.
- It is a perfect weeknight meal that will satisfy all your cravings for cheesy pasta and creamy sauce.
- It is a flexible recipe, so you can customize it to fit any dietary needs, such as adding more veggies, different meats such as chicken, sausages or different kinds of cheese.
- The entire dish can be cooked in one pot, making cleanup incredibly easy.
Ingredients for the minced turkey pasta
Ground Turkey: Lean ground turkey works great for this pasta recipe. Giving it a delicious flavor and texture.
Olive Oil: Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice for this dish, to give it a rich and flavorful taste.
Butter: Salted butter is best for this recipe, to helps create a creamy sauce that is butterty and velvety.
Garlic Cloves: Fresh garlic cloves are a must for this recipe, adding an aromatic and savory flavor.
Onion: A yellow onion adds a nice sweetness to the dish.
Italian Herbs: Is a blend of herbs such as oregano, basil, and thyme provide an earthy flavor.
Fresh Parsley: Fresh parsley for garnish and it adds a nice bright flavor to this dish.
Chicken Broth: Chicken broth gives the pasta a nice balance of salty and savory flavor.
Spaghetti Pasta: I like to use spaghetti but you can choose any type of pasta you have on hand – bow tie, penne, or macaroni all work great in this recipe.
Parmesan Cheese: Parmesan cheese gives the dish a rich, nutty flavor and makes it creamier.
Salt and Pepper: To add a final touch of seasoning.
How to make a creamy sauce for the ground turkey pasta
- Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan and then add the spaghetti pasta. Cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Add minced turkey, garlic cloves, onion and Italian herbs. Cook until the turkey is no longer pink.
- Stir in chicken broth and Parmesan cheese, cooking until a creamy sauce forms.
- Add cooked spaghetti pasta to the skillet and stir everything together. Season
How to make Ground Turkey Pasta Gluten-free?
To make this Ground Turkey Pasta recipe gluten-free, you will need to substitute the spaghetti pasta for a gluten-free alternative.
There are many gluten-free pastas available in grocery stores such as brown rice pasta, quinoa pasta or chickpea pasta.
Gluten-free pasta will require adjusting cooking times according to package instructions.
How to store leftovers
Ground turkey pasta leftovers make a great lunch or dinner for the next day!
The flavors of the ground turkey and sauce blend together perfectly overnight, making this dish even more delicious.
🍝 Place leftover ground turkey pasta in an airtight container and store in your refrigerator for up to 4 days.
🍝 To freeze the leftovers, place the ground turkey pasta in an air-tight freezer bag or container and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
🍝 When ready to use, thaw overnight in your refrigerator before reheating on a stovetop or microwave until heated through.
More Delicious Pasta Recipes
If you liked this ground turkey pasta, you might also like some of my other easy pasta recipes:
- Shrimp Garlic-Lemon Pasta
- Spaghetti Pomodoro
- White Wine Sauce Pasta
- Easy Dinner Pasta Recipes
- Weight Watchers Pasta Recipes
So if you’re in need of a quick and healthy meal idea, give this ground turkey pasta recipe a try and this comforting pasta dinner tonight or save it for later – either way it’s sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Easy Ground Turkey Pasta
This One Pot Ground Turkey Pasta recipe is a great low-maintenance weeknight dinner that is budget-friendly and full of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy-to-make dish will satisfy your taste buds without taking up too much of your time.
Ingredients
- 1 Lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 oz butter
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 onion
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
- Fresh parsley to garnish
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 12 oz spaghetti pasta
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan and then add the spaghetti pasta. Cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet heat olive oil and butter over medium heat, add minced turkey, garlic cloves, onion and Italian herbs. Cook until the turkey is no longer pink.
- Stir in chicken broth and Parmesan cheese, cooking until a creamy sauce forms.
- Add cooked spaghetti pasta to the skillet and stir everything together. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving if desired and enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, swap the ground turkey with crumbled tofu.
- To add extra flavor to the dish, try adding some sautéed mushrooms or roasted red peppers.
- If you don’t have Italian herbs, use fresh oregano, basil, thyme and rosemary instead.
- For a creamier sauce, add extra Parmesan cheese or a splash of heavy cream.
- To make this dish spicier, add some chili flakes or crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Turn it into a ground turkey pasta bake by layering the cooked pasta and sauce in a baking dish, topping with cheese and baked until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 451Total Fat 28gSaturated Fat 11gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 14gCholesterol 116mgSodium 633mgCarbohydrates 22gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 27g
