Make in 9x13 pan. Calabrian Chili Pasta with turkey is a hearty Italian pasta bake recipe made with green olives, Shellbow pasta, and a cheesy tomato sauce.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Prepare your baking dish—a 9x13 or similar size; spray with oil and set aside.
Make the Calabrian Chili Mornay Sauce:
In a large saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add garlic, season with salt and pepper, then lower heat to medium-low; cook 3 minutes, then add the Calabrian chilis and oregano; cook 2 more minutes. Add the flour and whisk semi-frequently for 2-3 minutes. Once the flour has toasted, whisk in the heavy cream and milk; cook down on medium-low heat for 4-5 minutes.
Finally, add the tomato sauce and continue reducing until thickened, 8-10 minutes. Taste for salt, then remove from the heat, and stir in half of the mozzarella and 1 cup of provolone cheese until combined. Set aside.
Boil the pasta:
In a large pot, add 3 quarts of water and salt heavily. Bring to a boil and add pasta. Cook 7-8 minutes (this depends on the pasta)—make sure to drain the pasta 1-2 minutes before it reaches al dente, because it will cook further in the oven. Drain the pasta, leaving a bit of water in the pot (¼ c) and return the pasta to the pot.
Combine the ingredients:
Pour the cheese-chili tomato sauce over the pasta and add the turkey breast. Pour the reserved pasta water over all and stir to combine for about 2 minutes, as the sauce thickens.
Pour the pasta into your prepared pan, and sprinkle with the olives and remaining cheeses. Cover with parchment and foil and place on the center rack.
Bake the pasta dish:
Bake, covered, for 25-28 minutes, or until bubbling on sides. Remove the foil and parchment and return to oven for 15 minutes more. Finish by broiling, still on the center rack, on high heat for 2-3 minutes to brown the top.