Description
Ground Turkey Pasta Bake is a hearty and satisfying dish that combines lean ground turkey, al dente pasta, and vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a rich, tangy sauce topped with melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-dish meal is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With its delightful blend of flavors and textures, this recipe will quickly become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, then sauté onions and bell peppers until soft (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey, breaking it apart while cooking until browned (about 8 minutes). Mix in Italian seasoning.
- Stir in canned tomatoes along with salt and pepper; combine with cooked pasta.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, top with cheddar cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg