Creamy Pesto Ground Turkey Skillet
Indulge in the Creamy Pesto Ground Turkey Skillet, a dish that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary culinary experience. Tender ground turkey is enveloped in a rich, herby pesto cream sauce, complemented by fresh spinach and juicy cherry tomatoes. This one-pan meal not only delivers vibrant flavors but also creates a warm and inviting aroma in your kitchen. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends, this recipe is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup prepared pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and diced onions until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add ground turkey, cooking until browned (approximately 5 minutes). Break it apart with a wooden spoon.
- Stir in spinach and cherry tomatoes, cooking until spinach wilts and tomatoes soften.
- Lower heat and add heavy cream and pesto sauce. Mix well until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using homemade pesto. Swap ground turkey for chicken or plant-based alternatives to suit dietary preferences. To enhance texture, let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving.