High Protein Creamy Beef Pasta (Quick Weeknight Dinner)
A creamy, protein-packed pasta dish made with lean ground beef, Greek yogurt, and savory herbs — ready in under 30 minutes for the perfect weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 8 oz high-protein pasta (chickpea, lentil, or whole wheat)
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup low-sodium beef broth
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt or light cream cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: spinach, mushrooms, chili flakes
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
- Heat olive oil in skillet. Brown ground beef, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Drain if needed.
- Add onion and sauté until soft. Stir in garlic and cook briefly.
- Lower heat. Stir in broth and Greek yogurt or cream cheese. Whisk gently until smooth.
- Add pasta and a splash of pasta water. Stir to coat in sauce.
- Mix in Parmesan and simmer 2–3 minutes. Add spinach or extras if using.
- Serve warm, garnished with herbs or chili flakes.
Notes
Use plant-based beef and dairy-free yogurt for a vegan option. Reheat with broth to maintain creaminess.