One-Pan Creamy Herb Turkey & Pasta Skillet
This one-pan creamy herb turkey and pasta skillet is a delicious and easy weeknight meal. Ground turkey, pasta, and vegetables are simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce, then finished with cheese for a satisfying dish.
Equipment
- Large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground turkey lean or regular
- 1 onion medium, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bell pepper any color, chopped
- 1 diced tomatoes 15 oz can, undrained
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional, for a kick
- ½ cup short-grain pasta like ditalini, small shells, or macaroni
- ½ cup frozen corn
- ½ cup frozen peas
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese or cheese of choice, for topping
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)
- 2-3 tablespoons cream cheese for creamy variation
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet, add ground turkey and cook until browned, then drain excess fat.
- Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet, sauté until softened, then stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and chicken broth, then stir in Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in short-grain pasta, frozen corn, and frozen peas, ensuring the pasta is submerged in the liquid.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until pasta is al dente and liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper; for a creamy version, stir in cream cheese until melted. Optionally, sprinkle with shredded cheese and melt.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a splash of white wine with the broth.