🌮🔥 High-Protein Mexican Casserole (WW-Friendly, Meal Prep Perfect)

A hearty, veggie-loaded, high-protein casserole layered with salsa, beans, tomatoes, corn, and seasoned ground turkey or chicken. Super filling, super clean, and perfect for weekly prep.

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

Zero-point ingredients for many WW plans

Protein Base

• 1–1.5 lbs extra lean ground turkey (99%) or chicken

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

Vegetables

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1 green bell pepper, diced

• 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained

• 1 can (10 oz) Rotel or diced tomatoes with green chilies

Seasoning

• 1 tbsp chili powder

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

• Salt & pepper to taste

Casserole Add-Ins

• 1–1½ cups salsa (your favorite)

• 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt

• ½ cup no-fat shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese (optional but delicious)

• 1 cup cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice (optional depending on points/calories)

Toppings (Optional)

• Cilantro

• Green onions

• Jalapeños

• Lime

• Extra salsa

🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the protein

1. Spray a skillet with cooking spray (or use a little oil if not on WW).

2. Add onion and garlic; sauté 2–3 minutes.

3. Add ground turkey/chicken and cook until browned.

4. Add all seasonings and stir well.

2. Add veggies + beans

Stir in:

• Bell peppers

• Corn

• Black beans

• Rotel tomatoes

Cook 4–5 minutes until everything combines.

3. Combine the creamy mixture

In a bowl, mix:

• Greek yogurt

• Salsa

This becomes your tangy, creamy binder.

4. Assemble the casserole

In a large 9×13 dish, combine:

• Cooked turkey mixture

• Greek yogurt + salsa mix

• Optional rice/cauliflower rice

• Half the cheese (if using)

Mix everything together in the dish.

Top with the remaining cheese.

5. Bake

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbly.

6. Serve

Scoop into bowls and top with:

• Cilantro

• Green onions

• Jalapeños

• Lime juice

Perfect for weekly lunch portions!

🍱 Meal Prep Tips

• Lasts 4–5 days refrigerated.

• Freezes beautifully for up to 2–3 months.

• Reheat in microwave or oven.

• Add fresh toppings AFTER reheating.

⚡ Nutrition (Approximate per serving)

• 60g+ protein (with turkey or chicken)

• Low fat

• Low calorie

• WW: 0 points on many plans if cheese & rice are omitted or replaced with zero-point alternatives.

❓ Q/A — Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can I make it dairy-free?

Yes! Use dairy-free yogurt and dairy-free cheese, or skip cheese.

Q2: Can I make it spicier?

Add:

• Jalapeños

• Chipotle powder

• Hot salsa

• Cayenne

Q3: Can I swap the turkey?

Yes! Options:

• Shredded chicken

• Lean ground beef (will change WW points)

• Vegetarian crumbles

Q4: Can I skip the cheese?

Absolutely — it still tastes amazing without it.

Q5: Can I add tortillas?

Yes. Layer corn tortillas in the casserole for a Mexican lasagna vibe
(may add WW points).

Q6: How do I make it lower carb?

Use:

• Cauliflower rice instead of brown rice

• Extra veggies instead of beans