Ground Turkey Pasta
This Ground Turkey Pasta is a flavorful and healthy weeknight meal combining lean ground turkey with tender pasta and a savory tomato sauce for easy, satisfying eating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine thoroughly with the sauce.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, then serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes while cooking the sauce, or serve with a side of garlic bread for a complete meal.
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