Creamy Pasta with Peas and Turkey Strips – A Quick Delight
If you’re craving a comforting meal that’s both quick and satisfying, this Creamy Pasta with Peas and Turkey Strips is the perfect solution. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a delicious dish that combines tender turkey strips, fresh peas, and a rich creamy sauce, making it ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Each bite is a delightful blend of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Plus, the recipe is flexible—feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces dried pasta (any shape)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 ounces turkey strips
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté turkey strips until golden brown.
- 3. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, then stir in frozen peas.
- 4. Pour in cream; simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in lemon juice.
- 5. Combine pasta with the sauce; add reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- 6. Finish with Parmesan cheese and season to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg