Rotelle With Smoked Turkey, Broccoli & Peppers

This vibrant rotelle pasta dish delivers a perfect balance of smoky, savory, and fresh flavors in under an hour. The smoked turkey provides a rich depth that pairs beautifully with the sweetness of jar-packed red peppers and the earthy crunch of broccoli. Brightened by garlic and a hint of red pepper flakes, this meal is both comforting and energizing. Its an excellent choice for busy weeknights when you need a nutritious, satisfying dinner that feels special without requiring complex techniques. Serve it family-style for a shared meal that everyone will love.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Roasting, Sautéing, Smoking

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 2

Calories: 40.8

Dietary: Diabetic

Description

This vibrant rotelle pasta dish delivers a perfect balance of smoky, savory, and fresh flavors in under an hour. The smoked turkey provides a rich depth that pairs beautifully with the sweetness of jar-packed red peppers and the earthy crunch of broccoli. Brightened by garlic and a hint of red pepper flakes, this meal is both comforting and energizing. Its an excellent choice for busy weeknights when you need a nutritious, satisfying dinner that feels special without requiring complex techniques. Serve it family-style for a shared meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

8 oz Smoked turkey, skin removed and diced
5 oz Rotelle or fusilli pasta
1/3 cup Jar-packed red peppers, drained and diced
2 tbsp Butter
2 tbsp Olive oil
1/2 cup Chicken stock
2 cloves Garlic, minced
2 cups Broccoli florets
1/4 tsp Dried red pepper flakes
1/4 cup Grated Romano cheese, for serving

Directions

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add broccoli florets to the boiling water and cook for 2 minutes until crisp-tender.
3
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the broccoli to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
4
Drain the broccoli well and pat dry with a paper towel; reserve the pasta water.
5
Return the pasta water to a boil and add the rotelle pasta.
6
Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente, stirring occasionally.
7
Drain the pasta thoroughly and set aside.
8
In a large heavy skillet, melt butter with olive oil over low heat.
9
Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; saut gently for 3 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
10
Add the diced smoked turkey to the skillet and saut for 4 minutes until heated through.
11
Stir in the cooked broccoli, pasta, diced red peppers, and chicken stock.
12
Increase heat to high and cook, stirring frequently, until the liquid is mostly absorbed by the pasta, about 4 minutes.
13
Divide the pasta mixture between plates and serve immediately, passing grated Romano cheese separately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 40.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 39.6mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 8.4g3%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 2.0g
Protein 3.4g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: rotelle, smoked turkey, broccoli, red peppers, pasta, italian, garlic, quick dinner, weeknight meal, vegetables, protein, healthy, easy recipe, smoky flavor, fusilli, spinach alternative, low carb option, gluten free option, comfort food, leftover turkey

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