Description
This Ground Turkey Pasta recipe offers a quick and comforting dinner solution, combining lean ground turkey with tender pasta and flavorful marinara sauce. Enhanced with sautéed onions, garlic, and Italian seasoning, this dish is perfect for weeknight meals that satisfy the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Pasta
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
Sauce and Seasonings
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside to keep warm.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Brown the ground turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet with the sautéed aromatics. Cook thoroughly until browned and no longer pink, breaking up the meat as it cooks.
- Add sauce and seasoning: Stir in the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning with the cooked turkey and aromatics. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for about 5 minutes, enhancing the flavors.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the drained pasta to the skillet, mixing well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce mixture.
- Season: Adjust the flavor by seasoning with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Serve: Serve the pasta hot, topped with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for added richness and flavor.
Notes
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta to accommodate dietary preferences.
- For added vegetables, toss in chopped spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms when sautéing onions.
- Ground turkey can be substituted with ground chicken or lean ground beef.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave, adding a splash of water or sauce if it seems dry.
