Ground Turkey Baked Pasta Recipe
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5.0
306 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
433 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Ground Turkey Baked Pasta Recipe
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This Ground Turkey Baked Pasta is made with whole wheat pasta, lean ground turkey, and marinara, a comfort dish the whole family will love!
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups marinara sauce store-bought or homemade
- ¼ cup fresh basil plus more for garnishing
- 12 ounces whole wheat pasta shells
- 1 ½ cups shredded Mozzarella cheese
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Cook whole wheat pasta shells according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
- In a cast iron skillet or other oven-safe skillet, heat the oil over medium heat, add the onions and ground turkey and cook until the turkey is browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and Italian seasoning, and cook for another 2 minutes until well combined.
- Add in the marinara sauce and fresh basil, then stir in the cooked pasta.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 15-20 minutes.
- Garnish with more fresh basil and serve immediately.
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Notes
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last about 3 to 4 days in the fridge. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
- Freezing Instructions: You can make the baked pasta with ground turkey ahead of time and freeze for up to 3 months. There’s no thawing necessary. When ready to serve, just place it in the oven for an extra 20 minutes. You can also keep it in the fridge unbaked and covered for a day.
- Make Ahead Tips: You can make the baked pasta with ground turkey ahead of time and freeze for up to 3 months. There's no thawing necessary. When ready to serve, just place it in the oven for an extra 20 minutes.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1g
Calories
433kcal
(22%)
Carbohydrates
50g
(17%)
Protein
31g
(62%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
74mg
(25%)
Sodium
620mg
(26%)
Potassium
588mg
(17%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
605IU
(12%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
285mg
(29%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 433 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 433kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 74mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 620mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 588mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 605IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 285mg | 29% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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