High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe for Quick Weeknight Dinners
Indulge in our High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe for Quick Weeknight Dinners, a delightful dish combining lean ground beef and creamy Greek yogurt. This comforting meal is perfect for busy families, ready in just 35 minutes! With its rich flavors and satisfying texture, it’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
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
- 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
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground beef; cook until browned. Stir in diced tomatoes, beef broth, Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta with the beef mixture, tossing gently to coat.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil or parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg