Turkey Spaghetti Casserole
Cozy up with this irresistible Turkey Spaghetti Casserole, a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Featuring tender spaghetti tossed in a creamy cheese mixture and layered with a savory ground turkey tomato sauce, this casserole boasts a blend of Italian seasoning and a touch of heat from optional red pepper flakes. Topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan for a golden, bubbling finish, it’s a family-friendly meal that’s easy to prepare and brimming with rich, hearty flavors. Ready in under an hour, this baked pasta delight is ideal for meal prep, reheats beautifully, and pairs well with a crisp side salad or garlic bread for the ultimate comfort food experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti, cream cheese, and half of the shredded mozzarella. Stir until the spaghetti is coated evenly with the cheese mixture.
Spread half of the spaghetti mixture in the prepared casserole dish. Top with half of the turkey sauce mixture. Repeat the layers with the remaining spaghetti and sauce.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and the Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before garnishing with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2981 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.7 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.5 g | 378% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 648 mg | 216% | |
| Sodium | 5364 mg | 233% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.9 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.8 g | ||
| Protein | 195.3 g | 391% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2441 mg | 188% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2524 mg | 54% | |
*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.
