Description
Ground Turkey Alfredo Pasta is a comforting, creamy dish that brings warmth to any dinner table. This recipe features perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a rich Alfredo sauce, complemented by tender ground turkey. Ideal for cozy family nights or gatherings with friends, it’s sure to delight everyone with its incredible flavor and appealing presentation. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a restaurant-quality meal ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients and bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, salt, and pepper; sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and well combined.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine into the sauce, coating it thoroughly.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan and chopped parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg