Spicy Pasta with Broccoli and Turkey Recipe

Name: Spicy Pasta with Broccoli and Turkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter; 3/4 cups Panko Bread Crumbs; Salt And Black Pepper; 2 Tablespoons Fresh, Flat-leaf Parsley, Chopped; 1 pound Small Pasta (I Used Farfalle); 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 3 cups Broccoli Florets; 2 cloves Garlic, Finely Minced; 1/2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper; 1/2 cups White Wine; 1 cup Turkey Or Chicken Stock (or Broth); 2 cups Fully Cooked Turkey Breast, Chopped Or Shredded (chicken May Be Substituted); 1 cup Finely Grated Asiago Cheese

Servings: persons

2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
3/4 cups Panko Bread Crumbs
Salt And Black Pepper
2 Tablespoons Fresh, Flat-leaf Parsley, Chopped
1 pound Small Pasta (I Used Farfalle)
3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
3 cups Broccoli Florets
2 cloves Garlic, Finely Minced
1/2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper
1/2 cups White Wine
1 cup Turkey Or Chicken Stock (or Broth)
2 cups Fully Cooked Turkey Breast, Chopped Or Shredded (chicken May Be Substituted)
1 cup Finely Grated Asiago Cheese

1
Bring a large stock pot of salted water to a rolling boil, over high heat.
2
While your water is coming to a boil, prepare bread crumbs.
3
In a large skillet, over medium heat, melt the butter.
4
Add panko breadcrumbs and stir constantly until they are toasted and a golden color, about 56 minutes.
5
Remove from heat and stir in a dash of salt and pepper and fresh parsley.
6
Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
7
Prepare pasta according to manufacturers instructions until al dente, about 810 minutes.
8
While pasta is cooking, prepare sauce.
9
In a large skillet, set over medium heat, add the olive oil.
10
Add the broccoli and saute until it has reached a bright green color, about 34 minutes.
11
Add the garlic and crushed red pepper and cook for about 1 minute more.
12
Add the white wine and stock, bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes or until the broccoli is tender.
13
When the pasta has cooked until al dente, scoop it out with a slotted spoon and transfer directly to the sauce.
14
Add the turkey.
15
Simmer for a couple more minutes so that the flavors can meld together.
16
Remove from heat and stir in the cheese and top with the breadcrumbs.
17
Enjoy immediately!
18
Recipe slightly adapted from Geoffrey Zakarian.

1143

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, 3/4 cups Panko Bread Crumbs, Salt And Black Pepper, 2 Tablespoons Fresh, Flat-leaf Parsley, Chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy Pasta with Broccoli and Turkey falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy Pasta with Broccoli and Turkey

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Variations & substitutions

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