High Protein Casserole
A hearty and nutritious casserole packed with protein and flavor, perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey or chicken
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
- 1 can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the ground turkey (or chicken) in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Sauté the diced onion and bell peppers in the skillet for 4-5 minutes until softened. If using frozen spinach, add it and cook until warmed through.
- Mix the cooked protein and veggies with the cooked quinoa or brown rice, cottage cheese, diced tomatoes, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This casserole can be frozen and stored for meal prep. For best results, use fresh vegetables and season generously.