ground turkey pasta

This Ground Turkey Pasta is a super easy, cheesy, and flavorful weeknight dinner made with lean ground turkey and pasta smothered in a creamy tomato sauce. Guaranteed to have the whole family begging for seconds!

Ground Turkey Pasta

oz penne pasta (or pasta of choice)

olive oil

onion

lb turkey

salt (divided)

½ tsp black pepper

Italian seasoning

garlic (minced)

tbsp all-purpose flour

chicken broth

tomato sauce

half and half

mozzarella cheese

cheddar cheese

parsley (to garnish)

red chili flakes (to garnish (optional))

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil (I usually add at least 1 tablespoon of salt) and cook the pasta 1-2 minutes less than the package instructions. After the pasta has finished cooking, reserve 1 cup of boiling pasta water before draining. Set the pasta aside.

Heat the olive oil in a large pan or Dutch oven set over medium heat. Cook the onions until soft and translucent, approximately 5 minutes.

Add the ground turkey and cook over medium to medium-high heat, breaking it into small bite-size pieces. Once cooked, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning and stir in the minced garlic. Mix to combine and continue to cook for an additional minute or so.

Sprinkle the ground turkey with 2 tablespoons of flour and mix well to combine. Pour in the chicken broth and the tomato sauce and let it come to a simmer.

Add the cooked pasta to the pan and pour in the half-and-half. Stir to combine.

For a thinner sauce, slowly add additional chicken broth or reserved pasta water. For a creamier sauce, add additional half-and-half.

Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in half of the mozzarella cheese and half of the cheddar cheese and top with the remaining half cup of each.

Reduce heat to low and cover your pan or Dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid until the cheese is melted. Remove from heat and enjoy!

Ground Turkey Pasta Bake is a healthy casserole made with ground turkey meat, whole wheat pasta, kale, and a light sprinkling of bubbly melty cheese. This is an easy restaurant-quality dinner made with kitchen staples!

Ground Turkey Pasta Bake (Healthy Casserole)

lb ground turkey (extra lean)

(10 oz) whole wheat penne/fusilli pasta (uncooked)

kale

garlic

oregano

tsp rosemary (dried)

tsp basil (dried)

red pepper flakes

tsp salt

black pepper

tomato sauce (low sodium)

honey

tbsp balsamic vinegar

pasta water

mozzarella cheese (shredded & divided)

Italian parsley (chopped)

Cooking spray (I use Misto)

Cook pasta al dente as per package instructions, undercooking by 4 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water, and set aside. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and spray 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray.

In the meanwhile, preheat large skillet on medium heat and add olive oil. Add onion and garlic, sauté for 2 - 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add oregano, rosemary, basil, pinch of red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring a few times. Add ground turkey and cook for another 5-7 minutes, breaking meat into pieces and stirring occasionally.

Add tomato sauce, honey, balsamic vinegar and pasta water. Stir, bring to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes. Add kale and stir to combine.

Now add cooked pasta and stir to combine more.

Transfer half of the mixture in previously prepared baking dish and sprinkle with 1 cup cheese. Add remaining pasta meat mixture and sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.

Remove from the oven, let stand for 10 minutes, garnish with parsley and serve hot. With a glass of red wine. OMG, so good!

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Ground Turkey Pasta Bake

This easy ground turkey pasta dish is comforting, tasty, and easy to make. Featuring a creamy, cheesy sauce infused with fresh herbs, this turkey pasta is just the perfect midweek dinner.

Easy Ground Turkey Pasta

300 g (10.5 oz) pasta

onion,

450 g (1 lb) lean ground turkey

garlic cloves, finely chopped

thyme

rosemary

red chilli flakes

400 ml (2 cups) passata

250 ml (1 cup) chicken stock

200 ml (1 cup) single cream

150 g (5.5 oz) low-fat cheddar, grated

parsley

Salt and black pepper

Bring a large pot of pasta to a...

Bring a large pot of pasta to a boil, salt it generously and cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package.

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large...

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large deep pan or Dutch oven and sauté the onion for 2-3 minutes over medium heat.

Add the ground turkey and cook for 4-5...

Add the ground turkey and cook for 4-5 minutes, breaking it up into small pieces with your spoon.

Stir in the garlic, thyme, rosemary and red...

Stir in the garlic, thyme, rosemary and red chilli flakes and continue to cook for another minute.

Add the passata and chicken stock, stir to...

Add the passata and chicken stock, stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-12 minutes.

Stir in the single cream, cooked pasta and...

Stir in the single cream, cooked pasta and cheddar. Stir until the cheese is melted, then add the fresh parsley.

Season to taste and serve immediately, topped with...

Season to taste and serve immediately, topped with extra fresh chopped parsley if you like.

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This easy ground turkey pasta dish is comforting, tasty, and easy to make. Featuring a creamy, cheesy sauce infused with fresh herbs, this turkey pasta is just the perfect midweek dinner.

Pan roasted broccoli and lemon pepper ground turkey pasta with a cheesy lemon ricotta sauce.

Lemon Ricotta Ground Turkey Pasta with Broccoli

oz Broccoli Florets, cut into bite-size pieces*

Turkey

Lemon Pepper Seasoning

Garlic,

Tablespoon Chopped Calabrian Peppers (optional)

oz Jumbo Pasta Shells

Chicken Broth

Lemon

oz Parmigiano Reggiano

oz (1 3/4 cup) Low Fat Ricotta

Milk

Black Pepper and Red Pepper Flakes,

Use a food processor to blend the ricotta,...

Use a food processor to blend the ricotta, lemon zest, and milk together until smooth. Set aside.

Heat one tablespoon of oil in a large...

Heat one tablespoon of oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the broccoli and cook 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is vibrant green and slightly browning in spots. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

Add the remaining half tablespoon of oil to...

Add the remaining half tablespoon of oil to the pot, followed by the ground turkey. Brown one side for 3-4 minutes before breaking apart and fully cooking.

To the fully cooked turkey, add the lemon...

To the fully cooked turkey, add the lemon pepper seasoning, garlic, and Calabrian chiles. Stir together and cook until the garlic is fragrant, about one minute.

Add the pasta shells, chicken broth, and lemon...

Add the pasta shells, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Cook, uncovered, for 16-20 minutes until the pasta is just shy of al dente and very little to no broth remains. If the broth cooks off too quickly, add another 1/2 cup as needed.

Turn the heat to low and fold in...

Turn the heat to low and fold in the parmigiano reggiano, followed by the ricotta sauce and cooked broccoli. (You can add another ounce or two of cheese if your sauce isn't as thick as you'd like.) Garnish with red pepper flakes, black pepper, additional grated parmesan, and lemon juice, if desired.

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Whether you're looking for something to make with ground turkey or a simple one pot pasta recipe, I have you covered. This ground turkey pasta combines pan roasted broccoli and lemon pepper seasoned turkey with a creamy ricotta cheese sauce. Every serving has 36 grams of protein with just 38 grams of carbs, 11 grams of fat, and 390 calories. 

Here's everything you'll need: 

- 1 1/2 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 8 to 12 oz Broccoli Florets, cut into bite-size pieces (depending on how much you like broccoli)
- 1 pound Extra Lean Ground Turkey
- 1 Tablespoon Lemon Pepper Seasoning
- 2 cloves Garlic, crushed or minced
- 1 Tablespoon Chopped Calabrian Peppers (optional)
- 8 oz Jumbo Pasta Shells
- 3 1/2 cups Chicken Broth
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- 3 oz Parmigiano Reggiano or Parmesan, freshly grated

For the Ricotta Sauce:

- 15 oz (1 3/4 cup) Low Fat Ricotta
- 1/4 cup Milk
- Zest of 1 Lemon
- Black Pepper and Red Pepper Flakes, to taste 

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Creamy Ricotta Ground Turkey Pasta with Broccoli | A High Protein One Pot Pasta

This easy Ground Turkey Pasta Bake is total comfort food that will be loved by the whole family.

penne pasta

Tbsp oil

mushrooms,

tsp red chili flakes

1½ lbs ground turkey

spinach

salt

pepper

Pre heat oven to 350°F.

Cook pasta al dente in salted water according...

Cook pasta al dente in salted water according to the instructions on the packet. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.

While pasta is cooking, heat oil in an...

While pasta is cooking, heat oil in an oven safe skillet and sauté onion and mushrooms for 5-6 minutes. Add in garlic, Italian. seasoning, red chili flakes, salt and pepper, cook for a minute.

Add in ground turkey and cook for 6-7...

Add in ground turkey and cook for 6-7 minutes, until it is no longer raw.

Add tomato sauce along with fresh parsley, cook...

Add tomato sauce along with fresh parsley, cook for 7-8 minutes.

Add spinach and cook till wilted, then stir...

Add spinach and cook till wilted, then stir in reserved pasta water. Add pasta and one cup of mozzarella cheese, combine well. Spread remaining mozzarella cheese on top. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.

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