Creamy Turkey Broccoli Skillet
Indulge in the ultimate comfort of a Creamy Turkey Broccoli Skillet, ready to delight your taste buds in just 30 minutes! This one-pan wonder features tender pasta and vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a rich, velvety cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is not only quick but also customizable. Replace kielbasa with chicken or turkey sausage and add in your favorite veggies for an even heartier meal. With its creamy goodness and satisfying flavors, you’ll find yourself coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 13.9-ounce ring of turkey sausage
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. In the last two minutes, add the broccoli florets. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the sliced sausage until browned, about five minutes.
- Stir in the diced onion and garlic; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Whisk cornstarch with whole milk in a small bowl. Add to the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly until thickened (about 3-5 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low and gradually mix in cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta and broccoli with the sauce, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg