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High Protein Ground Turkey Enchilada Casserole

High Protein Ground Turkey Enchilada Casserole for Cozy Nights

This High Protein Ground Turkey Enchilada Casserole is a hearty, comforting dish packed with flavor and 31 grams of protein per serving.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Feel free to use avocado oil for a neutral flavor.
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey (99% lean) Can substitute with ground chicken or lean beef.
  • 1 cup Frozen Onions and Peppers Saves valuable prep time.
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Canned should be drained well.
  • 1 can Black Beans Canned, drained; can substitute with kidney beans.
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Consider making it homemade.
  • 6 pieces Corn Tortillas Always opt for soft corn tortillas.
  • 1 cup Red Enchilada Sauce Green sauce is a good alternative.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend or Monterey Jack are tasty substitutions.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook for about 3-4 minutes, then break it apart and cook until no longer pink, around another 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in frozen onions and peppers, drained black beans, and taco seasoning. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  4. Turn off the heat, scoop half of the turkey mixture into a bowl. Layer 3 corn tortillas over the remaining mixture, drizzle with half the enchilada sauce.
  5. Spread the rest of the turkey mixture over the tortillas, add 3 more tortillas on top, and the remaining enchilada sauce.
  6. Sprinkle shredded Mexican cheese over the top of the casserole.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with your favorite toppings, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 31gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 9gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole is a meal prep dream and can be customized with your favorite toppings or additional vegetables.

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