Description
This One Pot Lemon Ricotta Ground Turkey Pasta with Broccoli is a creamy, high-protein, and flavor-packed meal that’s quick and easy to prepare. The tangy lemon and smooth ricotta cheese combine beautifully with lean ground turkey and pasta, making it a perfect dish for a high-protein meal prep or a weeknight dinner. Plus, the broccoli adds a healthy touch!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb (450g) ground turkey
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 8 oz (225g) pasta (penne or farfalle work well)
- 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the ground turkey to the pot, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the pasta, chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
- This recipe is great for meal prep! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- If you like a little more crunch, you can sauté the broccoli in a separate pan and add it on top when serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg