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Creamy Tortellini Pasta With Ground Turkey

Creamy Tortellini Pasta With Ground Turkey in 30 Minutes

Enjoy a quick and delicious Creamy Tortellini Pasta with Ground Turkey that cooks in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 package Cheese Tortellini fresh or frozen
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey can substitute with ground chicken or Italian sausage
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce choose your favorite variety
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt can substitute with sour cream or heavy cream
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Spinach fresh or well-thawed frozen
For Flavoring
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice can substitute with vinegar
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Oil olive oil or neutral oil

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually 3-5 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and sauté chopped onion for 1-2 minutes until translucent. Then, stir in minced garlic for another minute.
  3. Add ground turkey and break it apart with a spatula. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  4. Lower the heat, pour in the marinara sauce, and add Greek yogurt. Stir until smooth and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Drain the tortellini and gently add to the skillet. Fold in spinach and drizzle lemon juice, ensuring spinach wilts and tortellini is well-coated.
  6. Remove from heat, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese, and stir until melted. Serve immediately, garnished with extra cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This creamy tortellini pasta with ground turkey is customizable with your favorite veggies or spices. Perfect for a cozy dinner.

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