Keto One Skillet Spaghetti
A complete pasta dinner made entirely in one skillet, combining ground turkey with broken spaghetti noodles that cook directly in the tomato sauce. The dish finishes with a creamy cheese topping that gets golden and bubbly under the broiler. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners when you want homemade comfort food without multiple pots to wash. The broken pasta pieces create a unique texture that holds the sauce beautifully, while the combination of Parmesan and mozzarella adds rich, melted cheese throughout and on top.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Preheat broiler and adjust rack to upper-middle position
- 2
Heat olive oil in oven-safe large non-stick skillet or cast iron over medium-high heat and add onions and ground turkey
- 3
Break up meat and season with basil, garlic and salt as it cooks
- 4
Stir in tomatoes, water and remaining salt once meat is cooked
- 5
Stir in broken spaghetti pieces
- 6
Stir often until spaghetti starts to soften
- 7
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover skillet and simmer
- 8
Turn off heat and stir in cream and half of both cheeses
- 9
Sprinkle top with remaining Parmesan and mozzarella
- 10
Place skillet in broiler until top browns
- 11
Let cool before serving
Tips
Break spaghetti into uniform pieces for even cooking and easier serving.
Use an oven-safe skillet to avoid transferring the dish before broiling.
Stir frequently during the first cooking phase to prevent pasta from sticking.
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days in covered container.
Can assemble through step 7, refrigerate, then add cheese and broil when ready to serve.
Serve directly from skillet while hot and cheese is melted.
Common Mistakes
Use oven-safe skillet to avoid cracking under broiler heat.
Don't skip covering during simmering to prevent pasta from drying out.
Watch broiler closely to avoid burning cheese topping.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I use regular spaghetti without breaking it?
Breaking the pasta is essential for even cooking in the skillet. Long strands won't cook properly and will be difficult to serve from the pan.
What if I don't have an oven-safe skillet?
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish after step 8, top with cheese, and broil. You'll lose the one-skillet benefit but the dish will still work.
How long will leftovers keep?
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until heated through and cheese melts again.