20 high-protein casseroles you’ll want to make forever
Making sure you eat enough protein can help you achieve a variety of health goals. Whether you’re working to increase energy or maintain muscle and bone strength, these casseroles are good choices as they contain at least 15 grams of protein from foods like vegetables, lean proteins and whole grains. They also all have four-star reviews from EatingWell readers, so you know they’re going to be delicious! Recipes like Spinach, Feta & Artichoke Tater Tot Casserole or Creamy Lemon-Dill Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Casserole make delicious dinners that will keep you satisfied.
Honey-Garlic Chicken Casserole
Artist: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Styling: Lauren Odum
This honey-garlic casserole is the perfect choice for when you’re looking for a protein-packed stir-fry. In order not to prepare ourselves, we use brown rice that has already been cooked. Look for them in grocery store bags or cook these one-pot meals when you have leftovers.
Spinach, Feta & Artichoke Tater Tot Casserole
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell
This breakfast-for-dinner casserole is inspired by one of our favorite appetizers—spinach-and-artichoke dip. It is collected and placed in the same baking dish, to prepare (and clean!) Potatoes that are rounded on top add a crispy, golden crust.
Pizza casserole
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell
This easy, mix-and-match casserole offers all the flavors of a pepperoni pizza, with fusilli pasta soaking up the rich tomato sauce as it mixes with gooey melted cheese and meaty pepperoni slices. For a meatless option, replace the pepperoni with pickled mushrooms and peppers.
Creamy Lemon-Dill Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Casserole
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
Think of this easy recipe as a casserole version of the classic chicken soup! A high-quality stock or homemade chicken stock adds flavor along with the fresh, grassy notes of dill.
Cheesy Beef & Black Bean Skillet Casserole
Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
In this taco-inspired casserole, corn tortillas toast under the broiler, adding crunch to go with the creamy filling. If you enjoy spiciness, choose hot salsa or chipotle salsa for some smoky undertones.
Pesto Tuna Noodle Casserole
Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dresman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl
A delicious pesto sauce with sweet shallots and wilted spinach gives a bright twist to a classic tuna casserole. It is recommended to use refrigerated pesto for its fresh taste, which improves the overall dish.
Chicken Piccata Casserole
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf
This protein-packed casserole brings all the flavors of classic chicken piccata together in one dish. Cooking lemon slices in butter softens their bite and helps bring out the lemony flavor of the dish.
Cheeseburger Casserole
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dresman, Prop Artist: Gabriel Greco
If you like a classic cheeseburger with all the ingredients, you’ll love this casserole. Chopped lettuce provides a refreshing crunch, but feel free to pair it with another green like spinach or kale, or top with Swiss cheese and sautéed mushrooms for a different spin.
Creamy Chicken & Penne alla Vodka Casserole with Peas
Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
This hearty chicken pasta casserole is perfect for a busy weeknight when you need a quick and easy dinner with minimal cleanup.
Spanakopita-Inspired Chicken & White Bean Casserole
Photographer: Carson Downing, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek
This is a delicious spanakopita, with a delicious feta-and-spinach topping and a crispy phyllo topping. Chicken and white beans pack in protein. Any white beans, such as cannellini, garbanzo or kidney beans, work well here.
Anti-inflammatory Lemony Salmon and Orzo Casserole
Stacy Allen
This lemony casserole is a one-dish dinner packed with omega-3 fatty acids. The salmon sits on top of an oven-baked orzo mixture and soaks up all the bright, lemony flavors as it cooks.
Spinach and Chicken Casserole
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Creamed spinach and chicken come together in a hearty and comforting casserole. Crushed red pepper packs a punch, so add a little or leave it out entirely if you want a lighter version.
Roasted Pepper Casserole
Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist Julia Bayless
You won’t add any peppers for this baked casserole, but you’ll enjoy a delicious and smoky combination of flavors from bell peppers, fire-roasted tomatoes, smoked paprika, and ground beef. on the ground.
Large Chicken, Mushroom & Spinach Skillet Casserole
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Annie Probst
This spinach-filled casserole cooks on the stovetop and bakes in the same skillet for a delicious family dinner with easy cleanup. You can use leftover chicken and cook the pasta ahead of time to speed up the preparation.
Slow-Cooker Chicken & Pinto Bean Enchilada Casserole
This slow cooker is the ultimate comfort food: tortillas, cheese and sauce are combined to create a delicious casserole inspired by the flavor of enchiladas.
Meatball Cheese Casserole
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
This cheesy meatball casserole is a family favorite, with basil adding flavor to the meatballs and grated onion adding moisture. The melted mozzarella breaks up the spice, but feel free to reduce or omit the crushed red pepper if you prefer a lighter dish.
Buffalo Chicken & Cauliflower Casserole
This delicious low-carb casserole is delicious and satisfying. Cauliflower and celery add a nice bite, while a sprinkling of blue cheese on top adds a nice crunch.
Jalapeño Popper Casserole
Jalapeño poppers, but make it a casserole! Here, we gather delicious, juicy chicken in a sweet, slightly spicy sauce with panko breadcrumbs and crispy bacon.
Sweet Potato, Sausage and Goat Cheese Egg Casserole
This delicious casserole, with baked potatoes, is the perfect breakfast-for-dinner dish.
Summer Vegetable Chicken Tortilla Casserole
Summer’s harvest—eggplants, corn, and zucchini—star in this delicious veggie casserole that’s perfect for serving a crowd or for dinner and leftovers the next day.
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