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High protein ground turkey casserole topped with vegetables and cheese

High Protein Ground Turkey Casserole

A hearty and nutritious casserole combining lean ground turkey, creamy cheese, and fresh spinach, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb ground turkey (lean)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened For richness
  • 5 oz fresh spinach, chopped or whole Adds freshness
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, freshly shredded Can substitute with mozzarella
  • 1 ea egg Beaten
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • to taste black pepper
Optional ingredients
  • ½ cup diced red bell peppers For additional flavor
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt For serving
  • mozzarella instead of cheddar Can use as a substitute

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9"x9" baking dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey for 6–8 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.
  3. Stir in the garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the softened cream cheese until fully melted and combined.
  6. Let the mixture cool for 5 minutes, then stir in the beaten egg and ½ cup cheddar cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 29gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

For best results, use freshly shredded cheese for better melting properties. Add vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for a healthier twist.

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