Description
This Savory Turkey Casserole is a comforting blend of lean protein, fiber-rich vegetables, and complex carbohydrates, designed for maximum efficiency and nutritional value. It avoids processed additives and embraces fresh herbs for a healthy, delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 lbs Ground Turkey (Lean)
2 cups Cooked Quinoa or Brown Rice
3 cups Broccoli Florets
2 tbsp Olive Oil
1 medium Yellow Onion, diced
3–4 Garlic Cloves, minced
1 cup Chicken Bone Broth
1/2 cup Greek Yogurt (Plain)
1 tsp Dried Thyme
1 tsp Dried Oregano
Sea Salt and Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with Olive Oil
- In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of Olive Oil over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onions for 3-4 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook an additional minute
- Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it into small crumbles. Brown the turkey until fully cooked and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano
- Steam broccoli florets for about 3 minutes until bright green but still firm
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the turkey mixture, cooked quinoa/rice, steamed broccoli, Greek yogurt, and bone broth. Stir until well combined
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbling and slightly golden on top
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving
Notes
For meal prep, the casserole tastes even better the next day.
This dish can be frozen for up to 3 months; portion before freezing for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 345 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg