Description
A hearty and flavorful ground turkey casserole perfect for a comforting dinner. This dish combines ground turkey, vegetables, pasta, and cheese baked together to create a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
1 pound ground turkey
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 cup chopped bell pepper
1 cup chopped zucchini
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Add sliced mushrooms, chopped bell pepper, and chopped zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Stir in the drained diced tomatoes, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes to combine flavors.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, turkey and vegetable mixture, chicken broth, and ricotta cheese. Mix well.
Transfer the mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
