Ground Turkey Casserole
This ground turkey casserole is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings when you crave something satisfying yet easy to prepare. Bursting with flavor from lean ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and melted cheese, this dish brings the family together around the dinner table. With its rich aroma and vibrant colors, it’s sure to impress everyone while being incredibly versatile to customize based on your pantry staples.
- 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 ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with herbs
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until translucent (approx. 5 minutes).
- Add ground turkey; cook until browned (7-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Stir in bell peppers, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in half of the cheddar cheese until melted; transfer mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg