High Protein Spaghetti with Cheese
Elevate your pasta night with this High Protein Spaghetti with Cheese recipe, a wholesome twist on a classic comfort food! Crafted with hearty high-protein spaghetti and lean ground turkey or chicken, this dish packs a nutritious punch that satisfies both your taste buds and your protein needs. A flavorful tomato-based sauce, simmered with garlic, onion, and herbs, is made irresistibly creamy with a generous dose of ricotta, while a sprinkle of Parmesan adds a savory finish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this meal comes together in just 40 minutes, providing a balanced, protein-packed dinner for the entire family. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and extra flavor—this is spaghetti the healthy way!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz High-protein spaghetti
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 lb Lean ground turkey or chicken
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 14 oz Crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dried basil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Ricotta cheese
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the high-protein spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions for al dente texture. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the lean ground turkey (or chicken) to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let the sauce simmer over low heat for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Stir the ricotta cheese into the sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes until creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Toss the cooked spaghetti with the sauce in the skillet until evenly coated. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top and mix lightly.
Serve the spaghetti immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your high-protein meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2709 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.6 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.7 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 458 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 3259 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.9 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.5 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 213.6 g | 427% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1009 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 3334 mg | 71% | |
*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.
