Buttered Noodles With Ground Turkey

42g protein · 20 min · 679 kcal

Buttered Noodles With Ground Turkey

Enjoy a simple yet delicious meal with these Buttered Noodles with Ground Turkey. This dish combines tender ground turkey with rich, buttery noodles, making it a perfect one-pot meal that's quick to prepare. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

20 min4 servings679 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 lb pasta (your choice)
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the pasta according to package instructions or use pre-cooked pasta.

  2. 2

    In a frying pan, heat olive oil on medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Add the ground turkey to the pan and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until fully browned (about 8 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Transfer the cooked turkey to a bowl and set aside.

  5. 5

    In the same pan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

  6. 6

    Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the melted butter and stir until the noodles are fully coated.

  7. 7

    If the noodles were pre-cooked and are cold, heat them on high, stirring frequently until they are warmed through.

  8. 8

    Taste the noodles and add more salt and pepper if needed.

  9. 9

    Add the cooked turkey back to the pan and mix until well combined.

  10. 10

    Serve immediately and enjoy!

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