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One Pot Ground Turkey Spaghetti

A quick, one-pot spaghetti made with ground turkey and marinara for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or large 5–7 quart pot
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup onion diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups marinara sauce about a 24-ounce jar
  • 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 8 ounces spaghetti noodles broken in half

Instructions
 

  • Heat a Dutch oven or large 5–7 quart pot over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Add the ground turkey, spread it out, season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through, about 7–10 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic and diced onion and cook with the meat about 1 minute until fragrant and softened.
  • Pour in 3 cups marinara sauce, 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; stir gently to combine.
  • Break the 8 ounces spaghetti in half and add to the pot in small handfuls, spreading and alternating directions so the pasta is submerged and less likely to clump; gently push under the liquid but avoid stirring immediately.
  • Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to medium to maintain a simmer; cook covered for 13–15 minutes or until the pasta is tender, stirring every 5 minutes to prevent clumping.
  • When the pasta is tender, remove from heat and let stand 2–3 minutes to absorb sauce, then serve garnished with additional parsley or cheese if desired.

Notes

  • If the dish is too watery, simmer uncovered a few minutes to reduce liquid.
  • If the sauce is very thick, add water 1/4 cup at a time until loose enough.
  • You can substitute ground beef for ground turkey; drain excess grease if desired.
  • If using dried parsley instead of fresh, use 1 teaspoon dried parsley.