One Pot Turkey Mexican Pasta
When a craving hits for cheesy pasta, but you don’t want to blow the fat and calorie bank, look no further than One Pot Turkey Mexican Pasta – a spicy, cheesy, delicious way to get your pasta fix. Lean ground turkey is cooked with pasta, salsa, plenty of smoky spices, and just a touch of sharp cheddar cheese – and as stated, everything is cooked in one pot!
Recipe Ingredients
2 tsp olive oil
1 lb lean ground turkey
1/2 cup diced onion
3 large garlic cloves, minced
3/4 tsp kosher salt, divided
1 Tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 cups your favorite salsa (I use a medium, non-chunky salsa)
3 cups water or chicken broth
3 cups medium UNCOOKED shells
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
sour cream (or Greek yogurt) and cilantro for serving