Pink Sauce Pasta with Ground Turkey
Pink Sauce Pasta with Ground Turkey is a delightful dish that brings together a creamy pink sauce and savory ground turkey for a comforting meal that’s perfect for any occasion. This vibrant pasta dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its quick prep time of just 30 minutes, you can easily impress family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (about 6-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add fire-roasted diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low; gradually stir in heavy cream until combined. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring each piece is well coated. Serve topped with grated Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg