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Creamy Ground Turkey Spinach Pasta

Creamy Ground Turkey Spinach Pasta

This creamy ground turkey spinach pasta is a comforting dish that combines tender pasta with savory turkey and fresh spinach.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces penne pasta uncooked
For the Sauce
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 4 cups baby spinach packed
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
  3. Add ground turkey to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through.
  4. Stir in chicken broth, half-and-half, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Add spinach and cooked pasta, mixing until spinach wilts and everything is heated through.
  6. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top and serve warm.

Notes

You can adjust the amount of red pepper flakes for your desired spice level.