Description
A delightful creamy turkey pasta dish that turns a simple dinner into a special occasion, perfect for family nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces Penne Pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 medium Yellow Onion
- 1 pound Ground Turkey
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose Flour
- 1 cup Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Tomato Sauce
- ½ cup Half-and-half
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
- ¼ cup Fresh Parsley
- 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook penne pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Add ground turkey, season, and cook until no longer pink.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Stir in minced garlic, then add flour, chicken broth, and tomato sauce. Simmer until thickened. Reduce heat, mix in half-and-half, then fold in the pasta and cheeses until melted.
Notes
Feel free to substitute pasta, cheese, or broth based on your preferences. Add vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: turkey pasta, creamy pasta, family dinner, one-pot meal, comfort food