Description
A delightful and comforting dish combining lean protein with fresh vegetables and pasta in a luscious, creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to keep it warm while you prepare the sauce.
- In a large skillet, heat about a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until it is browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic powder, salt, and pepper, allowing the spices to infuse the meat with flavor.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir in the broccoli florets and cherry tomatoes, cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes until the veggies are tender.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the turkey mixture and toss well to ensure every strand is coated in the creamy sauce. Cook together for another minute.
- Serve hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of flavor.
Notes
This dish can be adapted with your favorite veggies or pasta. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg