Description
Craving cheeseburger comfort without the carbs? This skillet casserole delivers! Savory turkey, creamy cheese sauce, and cauliflower rice unite for a satisfying, high-protein meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs lean ground turkey
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 (10-ounce) bag frozen cauliflower rice
- 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup beef broth (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large oven-safe skillet (or a regular large skillet) over medium-high heat, brown the ground turkey and diced onion, breaking up the turkey with a spoon, until no pink remains and the onion is softened. Drain any excess grease. Stir in the garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Step 2: Add the frozen cauliflower rice to the skillet with the turkey mixture and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's tender-crisp. Reduce the heat to low, then add the softened cream cheese and beef broth, stirring continuously until the cream cheese is fully melted and a smooth, creamy sauce has formed.
- Step 3: Stir 1 cup of the shredded sharp cheddar cheese into the turkey and cauliflower mixture until melted and well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
- Step 4: If not using an oven-safe skillet, transfer the mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish. Evenly spread the mixture in the dish, then sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese over the top.
- Step 5: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly around the edges and the cheese on top is melted and slightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Leftovers keep beautifully in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, making this a fantastic meal prep option.
- Gently warm individual servings in the microwave, or for a crispier top, cover and reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven until bubbly, adding a splash of broth if it seems dry.
- Elevate your meal by serving this casserole with a side of crunchy dill pickles, a simple green salad, or a drizzle of sugar-free special sauce for an authentic cheeseburger experience.
- For the smoothest, richest sauce, ensure your cream cheese is genuinely at room temperature before adding it in Step 2; it will melt seamlessly into the beef broth for a perfectly creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (225g)
- Calories: 385
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 3g