Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Turkey Pasta with Peas is a delightful dish that brings together tender fettuccine, lean ground turkey, and vibrant peas in a rich, velvety sauce. With its irresistible garlic aroma and comforting flavors, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet meal. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s sure to impress your family and friends while creating lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup frozen peas
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly.
- Add frozen peas and Parmesan cheese; stir until combined and heated through.
- Toss cooked fettuccine into the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg