Southwest Ground Turkey Casserole
A hearty and satisfying casserole featuring lean ground turkey, black beans, corn, and flavorful seasonings, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips (for serving)
- Side salad (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced onion and bell pepper until softened.
- Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Stir in the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
This casserole can be customized with different meats, beans, or cheeses. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg