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High Protein Ground Turkey Casserole with ground turkey broccoli bell peppers eggs cream cheese and melted cheddar baked in a casserole dish

High Protein Ground Turkey Casserole

Lean ground turkey browned with onion and garlic, mixed with cauliflower rice and tomatoes, then baked under melted cheddar and mozzarella. A filling low carb dinner ready in about 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey, lean
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 whole yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups cauliflower rice, fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for serving

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Cook onion and garlic, then brown ground turkey fully.
  2. Drain excess liquid, then stir in cauliflower rice, tomatoes, and seasonings.
  3. Transfer mixture to a baking dish and top with cheddar and mozzarella.
  4. Bake at 375°F for 18 to 20 minutes until melted and golden.
  5. Rest 5 minutes, then top with parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Drain tomatoes and squeeze cauliflower rice to prevent a watery casserole.
  • Let the casserole rest before slicing for cleaner scoops.
  • Freezes well for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat covered in the oven for the best texture.