High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe for Quick Weeknight Dinners
Indulge in a delightful High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta that transforms your weeknight dinners into an Italian feast in just 35 minutes! This satisfying dish features lean ground beef simmered with aromatic garlic and onion, combined with creamy Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese for a rich, velvety sauce. Perfectly cooked penne pasta brings the entire meal together, making it both nutritious and family-friendly. With its quick preparation and delectable flavors, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
- Olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, beef broth, Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Toss the cooked penne into the skillet with the beef mixture until combined.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil or parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg