Greek Turkey, Rice & Feta Casserole
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
6 Servings
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Calories
2696 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Greek
Greek Turkey, Rice & Feta Casserole
Description
The casserole starts by sautéing onion and ground turkey with garlic and spices including oregano and red pepper flakes, creating a savory base. Crushed tomatoes are added then simmered to develop a rich sauce. Mixing in cooked brown rice and parsley adds texture and freshness, while part of the feta cheese is incorporated for creaminess and saltiness.
Transferring the mixture to a baking dish and topping with the remaining feta before baking allows the cheese to melt and form a golden crust, enhancing the dish’s flavor and appearance. The dish balances lean protein from turkey with wholesome brown rice and tangy feta, capturing Greek flavors in a satisfying one-dish meal.
This casserole can be served as a main course for lunch or dinner, accompanied by a simple salad or steamed vegetables. The recipe’s use of common pantry ingredients and the straightforward steps make it approachable for everyday cooking.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 pound ground turkey lean 93%
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- ¾ teaspoon oregano ground
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 crushed tomatoes canned 28 ounce
- 2 cup brown rice cooked
- ½ cup feta cheese divided, crumbled
- ¼ cup parsley flat-leaf, chopped
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
- Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the onion and ground turkey. Cook, breaking up the turkey with a wooden spoon, until the turkey is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper, and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked rice, ¼ cup of the feta cheese and the parsley. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining feta cheese.
- Bake until bubbling, about 20 minutes. Serve.
Notes
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2696 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Cup | |
| Calories | 269.6kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 27.6g | 9% |
| Protein | 20.4g | 41% |
| Fat | 9.6g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3g | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 417.6mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 4.2g | 17% |
| Sugar | 6.7g | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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