Description
One Pot Ground Turkey Spaghetti is a quick and family-friendly dinner made with lean ground turkey, spaghetti noodles, and a savory tomato sauce—all cooked in one pot for easy prep and cleanup. It’s hearty, healthy, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean preferred)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 12 oz spaghetti noodles, broken in half
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add ground turkey, cooking until browned and crumbled, about 5–6 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes (or sauce), Italian seasoning, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour in broth and bring mixture to a boil.
- Add spaghetti noodles, ensuring they’re mostly submerged in the liquid.
- Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once noodles are tender and most liquid has been absorbed, remove from heat and let sit for 2–3 minutes to thicken.
- Serve topped with Parmesan and fresh parsley or basil, if desired.
Notes
Add spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers along with the onion for extra veggies.Use gluten-free spaghetti for a gluten-free option.Swap ground turkey for chicken, lean beef, or plant-based crumbles.Stir in shredded mozzarella or cheddar at the end for a cheesy twist.Freeze without pasta for best results; add freshly cooked pasta when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
