Ground Turkey with Spaghetti

A skillet filled with spaghetti pasta mixed with meat sauce, garnished with a small cluster of fresh basil leaves in the center. Plates, utensils, and a bowl of chopped herbs are nearby on a white surface.

Ground Turkey with Spaghetti is an easy, no-fuss meal that's ready in just 30 minutes. It’s got all the rich, savory flavors you love, but with a lighter twist. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you just want some good, cozy comfort food!

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Keyword ground turkey with spaghetti

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 399

Author Gayle

Equipment

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground turkey (I used 93% lean)
1 small white onion, diced
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 (24 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce, any kind + ¼ cup of water (I used this sauce)
8 ounces spaghetti
Freshly grated parmesan cheese, basil and/or parsley, for topping (if desired)

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Instructions

In a large skillet, add ground turkey, onion, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and cook and crumble turkey over medium heat until it's no longer pink. Drain (if needed) and return to skillet.
To the ground turkey, add spaghetti sauce. Add ¼ cup of water to spaghetti sauce jar, close the lid, and shake to get the remaining sauce off sides of jar, then uncover and add water to the skillet. (If using homemade sauce or if you throw the jar away, just add ¼ cup of water to the skillet.)
Stir and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Tip: taste the mixture and add more seasonings, if desired.
While the sauce is simmering, cook the spaghetti until al dente according to package directions. Drain and then add to the meat sauce. Toss to combine and top with freshly grated parmesan cheese and basil or parsley (if desired). Serve immediately.

Notes

Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
To Freeze: Place spaghetti turkey into a freezer-safe container or bag in the freezer for up to three months. When ready to serve, let thaw completely in the refrigerator.
To Reheat: Warm it on the stovetop over low heat with a splash of water or extra sauce, or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until heated through.
This is my favorite brand of spaghetti sauce.
See my tips and tricks for making Ground Turkey with Spaghetti above the recipe box.

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