Description
If you’re searching for a quick, nutritious meal that the whole family will love, look no further than this High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta Recipe for Quick Weeknight Dinners. This dish combines lean ground beef with creamy Greek yogurt and flavorful Parmesan cheese, creating a satisfying sauce that envelops al dente penne pasta. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for busy evenings or special occasions. Plus, its versatility allows you to customize the ingredients based on what you have at home. Gather your family around the table and enjoy a delectable meal that’s both comforting and high in protein.
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
- Italian seasoning
- salt
- pepper
- olive oil
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. 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 5 minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet; toss to coat.
- Serve garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg