Description
Indulge in this High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe for Quick Weeknight Dinners, a dish that’s both satisfying and simple to prepare. In just 35 minutes, you can create a delightful meal featuring lean ground beef enveloped in a rich sauce made from creamy Greek yogurt and savory Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 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 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 for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add lean ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and beef broth. Mix in Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer on low heat for about 5-7 minutes until heated through.
- Add cooked penne pasta into the skillet and toss until well combined. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Feel free to incorporate additional vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for an extra nutritional boost. For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey for the beef.