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One-Pot Cheesy Ground Turkey and Spinach Pasta

A spoonful of creamy ground turkey pasta with melted cheese stretching between the spoon and the bowl.
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Prepare a satisfying, cheesy pasta dish using lean ground turkey and fresh spinach, all cooked in a single pot for easy cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 8 ounces dry pasta (penne or rotini work well)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 5 ounces fresh spinach
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their liquid) and the chicken broth. Add the dry pasta, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts completely.
  6. Stir in the mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy and melted. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a creamier sauce, substitute 1/2 cup of the chicken broth with 1/2 cup of milk or half-and-half before simmering.
  • You can substitute the spinach with 1 cup of frozen peas added during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  • If you do not have ground turkey, you can use ground chicken or lean ground beef in this recipe.

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