High Protein One Pot Pasta
Ingredients
- 10-12 ounces ground turkey or sausage
- 1.5 cups uncooked pasta
- 2.5 cups packed spinach
destemmed and finely chopped
- 1 2/3 cups mushrooms
diced
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
- to tasteSalt
- 2 1/3 cups water or broth)
(use 3 cups if cooking without a lid
- Olive oil
to drizzle for garnish
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Dried or fresh parsley or basil
for garnish
Directions
- 1
Prep your veggies by removing the stems and chopping the spinach and dicing the mushrooms.
- 2
In a large skillet (with height and depth), add the ground turkey or sausage. Sauté over medium heat for 7-9 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- 3
Stir in the sliced mushrooms, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt.
- 4
Add the uncooked pasta and water/broth (2.5 cups if using a lid, 3 cups if not), and if using a lid, cover the your skillet.
- 5
Regardless if you're using a lid or not, reduce heat to low to medium. Cook for about 6-7 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- 6
While the pasta is cooking, blend the cottage cheese with a splash of water (about 3 tablespoons) until smooth, resembling a creamy Alfredo sauce.
- 7
One minute before the pasta is done, stir in the chopped spinach.
- 8
After 1-2 minutes, stir in the blended cottage cheese and Parmesan cheese until well combined. Add cottage cheese once water is fully evaporated and pasta is cooked.
- 9
Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle with dried parsley or basil and salt and pepper to taste!
High Protein One Pot Pasta
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About this Recipe
Looking for a weeknight dinner that's both incredibly easy and packed with protein? This High Protein One Pot Pasta is your answer, delivering a satisfying, nutritious meal with minimal fuss and cleanup.
The beauty of this High Protein One Pot Pasta lies in its simplicity and ingenious ingredient choices. By cooking everything in a single skillet, you concentrate flavors and create a rich sauce effortlessly. The secret weapon? Cottage cheese, which melts into a creamy base while providing a significant protein boost that elevates this dish far beyond typical weeknight fare.
What you'll experience is a hearty, comforting pasta dish brimming with savory flavors. Lean ground turkey provides a robust foundation, complemented by earthy mushrooms and tender, finely chopped spinach that wilts beautifully into the sauce. The creamy texture comes from the cottage cheese, expertly blended with fragrant Italian seasoning and garlic powder, then finished with a generous dusting of parmesan. Each bite is savory, creamy, and undeniably satisfying.
Feel free to customize this versatile High Protein One Pot Pasta to suit your pantry or preferences. You can easily swap ground turkey for lean ground chicken or even a plant-based crumble to keep it vegetarian. Experiment with other quick-cooking vegetables like diced bell peppers or zucchini in place of some mushrooms. For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.
This High Protein One Pot Pasta is ideal for busy weeknights when you crave a homemade meal without the lengthy commitment. It's also fantastic for meal prepping, ensuring you have wholesome, protein-rich lunches or dinners ready to go. Garnish generously with a drizzle of olive oil, extra grated parmesan, and a sprinkle of fresh or dried parsley or basil for a final flourish.