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High Protein Ground Turkey Casserole

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A delicious and protein-packed casserole combining lean ground turkey, spinach, and cheeses for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey

Dairy

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, freshly shredded (Divided: ½ cup mixed in, ½ cup for topping)
  • 1 egg beaten egg

Vegetables

  • 5 oz fresh spinach, chopped or whole
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Black pepper to taste Black pepper
  • ½ cup diced red bell peppers (Optional for added crunch)
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (Optional for creaminess)

Optional Substitutes

  • mozzarella cheese mozzarella cheese instead of cheddar (Optional substitution)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Cook ground turkey in a skillet until browned; drain excess fat.
  • Mix cooked turkey with cream cheese, spinach, garlic powder, salt, and half of the shredded cheese.
  • Transfer mixture to a baking dish, top with remaining cheese and red bell peppers.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Notes

For extra flavor, add herbs like parsley or basil before baking.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: ground turkey