Description
Ground Turkey Pasta Bake is a hearty and comforting dish that combines lean ground turkey, tender pasta, and gooey cheese, all baked to perfection. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole is sure to impress with its rich flavors and minimal cleanup. Enjoy every cheesy bite of this satisfying meal that’s as delightful to eat as it is to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 3 cups pasta (penne or rotini)
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add ground turkey, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (7-10 minutes).
- Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with the turkey mixture until well-coated.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with shredded cheddar cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg