Save A festive, comforting pasta dish featuring tender turkey, fresh spinach, and a luxuriously creamy sauce&all made in a single pot for easy cleanup and maximum flavor.
Leftover roast chicken can be substituted for turkey Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for gentle heat For a lighter version use half and half or whole milk instead of cream
Ingredients
- Poultry: 350 g (12 oz) cooked turkey breast, shredded or chopped
- Vegetables: 150 g (5 oz) fresh baby spinach; 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Pasta: 300 g (10 oz) short pasta (penne or fusilli)
- Dairy: 120 ml (½ cup) heavy cream; 60 g (½ cup) grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- Liquids: 750 ml (3 cups) low sodium chicken or turkey broth; 120 ml (½ cup) milk
- Seasonings: ½ tsp dried thyme; ¼ tsp ground nutmeg; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Garnish (optional): Extra Parmesan cheese; Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat Add onion and sauté for 2 3 minutes until softened
- Step 2:
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant
- Step 3:
- Add the pasta, broth, milk, thyme, and nutmeg Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium low Cover and simmer for 10 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed
- Step 4:
- Stir in the turkey and spinach Cook uncovered for 2 3 minutes, until the spinach wilts and turkey is heated through
- Step 5:
- Lower the heat, add the heavy cream and Parmesan Stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy Season with salt and pepper to taste
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired
Save Allergen information is important, especially for family members with dietary restrictions
Required Tools
Large deep skillet or Dutch oven Wooden spoon Measuring cups and spoons Chefs knife and cutting board
Nutritional Information
Calories 545 Total Fat 20 g Carbohydrates 54 g Protein 36 g
Category Details
Main Dish Difficulty Easy Cuisine American Yield 4 servings Diet Nut Free
Save This one pot creamy spinach and turkey Christmas pasta is perfect for busy holidays and family dinners