Ingredients
– 12 ounces pasta (penne, rotini, or your choice)
– 1 pound ground turkey
– 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Creamy Ground Turkey Spinach Pasta is straightforward when you follow these simple steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, boil salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Brown the Turkey: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Incorporate Spinach: Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Make the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
6. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it gently to coat evenly with the sauce.
7. Add Cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
8. Taste and Adjust: Taste the dish and adjust seasoning if necessary.
9. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
10. Serve: Serve immediately, enjoying this creamy delight hot from the skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g