High-Protein Turkey Cranberry Casserole
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs ground turkey (or 3 cups cooked shredded turkey)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries (reduced sugar preferred)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil to ensure the casserole doesn’t stick.
- Sauté the Aromatics and Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey with the diced onion and minced garlic. Break the meat apart with a spoon until it is browned and the onions are translucent. If you are using pre-cooked shredded turkey, simply sauté the onions and garlic first, then stir in the meat to warm it through.
- Mix the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked turkey mixture, cooked quinoa, Greek yogurt, dried cranberries, chopped spinach, thyme, sage, and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper. Stir everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated in the yogurt and broth mixture.
- Assemble and Top: Transfer the mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top in an even layer. This will create a beautiful golden crust as it bakes.
- Bake Until Golden: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. You want the edges to be bubbling and the cheese to be melted and slightly browned. Once done, remove from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.