Ground Turkey Casserole
Ground Turkey Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings warmth to any family gathering. With layers of lean ground turkey, vibrant vegetables, and gooey cheese, this casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks. Easy to prepare and adaptable to your pantry staples, it guarantees smiles all around. Enjoy the delightful blend of flavors in every hearty bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red or yellow)
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups cooked pasta (whole wheat or regular)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and bell peppers; cook until softened.
- Crumble in ground turkey and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and cooked pasta until well combined.
- Season with Italian seasoning and salt; mix half of the cheese into the skillet.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg