Buffalo Turkey Pasta
Spice up dinnertime with this irresistible Buffalo Turkey Pasta—a creamy, cheesy, and flavor-packed dish that fuses the bold heat of buffalo sauce with the comforting richness of pasta. Tender penne is tossed in a luscious sauce made with ground turkey, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar, with just the right kick of spice balanced by aromatic garlic, onion, and a touch of grated carrot for added depth. Finished with sliced green onions and optional garnishes of crumbled blue cheese and fresh parsley, this 40-minute recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for busy weeknights or game-day gatherings. Keep it easy, hearty, and delicious with this buffalo-inspired pasta sensation! Keywords: Buffalo Turkey Pasta recipe, creamy pasta dinner, quick weeknight meals, spicy pasta recipe, buffalo sauce recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Penne pasta
- 1 lb Ground turkey
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Onion, finely diced
- 1 medium Carrot, finely grated
- 0.5 cup Buffalo sauce
- 4 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 0.75 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 units Green onions, sliced thinly
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 0.25 cup Crumbled blue cheese (optional garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
Stir in the grated carrot and cook for another 2 minutes until softened.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the buffalo sauce, cream cheese, and chicken broth. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth.
Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully incorporated. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta water a few tablespoons at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce and toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the sliced green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or buffalo sauce if needed.
Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley and crumbled blue cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3289 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 160.8 g | 206% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.4 g | 367% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 622 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 8790 mg | 382% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 283.8 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 183.2 g | 366% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1364 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 1739 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
