During the colder time of the year, I love to eat casseroles. They’re so easy to make and make for a nice high protein family dinner.
These high protein casseroles are filled with flavor and are actually under 500 kcal. Which makes them also awesome when you’re counting calories.
These low calorie high protein casseroles are just what I’m going to make in these upcoming months. I hope you like them just as much!
Bold southwest flavors meet tender chicken and rice in this easy-to-make casserole dish. It’s high in protein, gluten-free, and perfect for meal prepping.
This high-protein Southwest chicken casserole recipe is perfect when you want a pop of flavor in a healthy way.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 376
- Fats: 10g
- Protein: 37g
- Carbs: 34g
- Fiber: 7.6g
- Sugar: 6.4g
Sometimes you just crave comfort foods like pasta. This meatballs pasta casserole is just that but high protein and all made in just one baking dish.
Easy, delicious, flavorful and cheesy. Just the kind of dinner you can make for the whole family with ease.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 369
- Fats: 21g
- Protein: 22g
- Carbs: 21g
- Fiber: 2.7g
- Sugar: 5.6g
Seasoned chicken with melted mozzarella and colorful bell peppers baked into an easy casserole. This high-protein, low-carb dish is naturally gluten-free and ideal for hectic weeknights.
When you’re stuck in a dinner rut, this one-pan meal is the answer. Juicy chicken combines with crisp vegetables and bubbly cheese for a satisfying dish that practically cooks itself.
Per Serving:
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- Calories: 363
- Fats: 13g
- Protein: 49g
- Carbs: 10g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Sugar: 3.8g
Are a buffalo sauce fan? Then, you’re in for a treat. I’ve made this super easy casserole where you can just dump all of the ingredients.
It’s filled with flavor and packs a ton of cauliflower, so it’s perfect if you’re trying to hide those veggies for the kids!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 419
- Fats: 31g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbs: 6g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 2.7g
This jalapeno popper casserole is spicy and cheesy and has less than 4 grams of net carbs per serving! It’s gluten-free and high in protein.
Not only does this recipe add a spicy kick to your keto menu, but it also brings a creamy, cheesy delight that is so hard to resist
Per Serving:
- Calories: 438
- Fats: 31g
- Protein: 34g
- Carbs: 5.4g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 2.1g
I love my lasagna. However, it’s often a lot of work, and I cannot bother. Well, this casserole I’ve made is different.
It’s delicious, super easy to make, no meticulous layering needed, and has 32g of protein per serving. Tha’s a lot of protein for a lasagna!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 449
- Fats: 22g
- Protein: 32g
- Carbs: 28g
- Fiber: 3.9g
- Sugar: 9.2g
Looking for a casserole that will keep you in ketosis? This is it.
A serving contains only 4 grams of net carbs. So, you can have more than one serving if you wish.
But you definitely won’t need to. That’s because it contains a lot of fat and protein, so it’s extra filling.
And it tastes divine. It is packed with cheesy goodness from the cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and cream cheese.
The zucchini adds tons of freshness. So, it’s much lighter than your traditional casserole.
Besides being low-carb, it’s good for you too. It contains Vitamins A and C, which boost your immune system.
It’s also a good source of calcium, which is essential for healthy bones.
Do keep in mind that this casserole contains ground beef, which has a high carbon footprint. So, you want to eat this dish less frequently, or use ground pork instead.
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Per Serving:
- Calories: 443
- Fats: 35g
- Protein: 26g
- Carbs: 6.1g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 2.6g
This casserole is packed with veggies, cheese and flavors of garlic and Dijon mustard.
Perfect for using leftover sausage and turning it into a full-on dinner. It’s low-carb and gluten-free.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 388
- Fats: 32g
- Protein: 17g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fiber: 2.4g
- Sugar: 3.6g
Do you enjoy stuffed peppers but hate the hassle of stuffing them? This casserole is for you.
It’s deconstructed stuffed peppers in casserole form. So, you have all the tastes of a traditional stuffed pepper, but without all the work.
You’ve got a medley of veggies: spinach, red and green bell peppers, and fire-roasted diced tomatoes. The ground turkey adds some lean protein, while the cheddar and pepper jack cheeses make the casserole nice and gooey.
After eating it, you may never go back to your traditional stuffed peppers.
This casserole is pretty yummy on its own. But if you like, you can top it with some Greek yogurt for extra creaminess and protein.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 386
- Fats: 17g
- Protein: 23g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fiber: 3.3g
- Sugar: 4.6g
Did someone say chicken bacon ranch casserole? You had me at chicken…and bacon…and ranch dressing.
This casserole is brimming with flavor. You’ve got tender, juicy chicken breasts, crispy bacon, ooey-gooey Colby Jack cheese, and crunchy cauliflower, all tossed in a creamy Ranch dressing.
It’s definitely a dish you’ll want on your weekly meal rotation. It’s that addictive.
This dish is excellent on its own. But if you want, you can serve it with a side Garden Salad.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 315
- Fats: 22g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbs: 4.2g
- Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugar: 1.8g
Traditional casseroles are great. At times, you want something a bit different, like this Tex Mex Casserole.
It’s brimming with Latina Flava- from the black beans, salsa, rice, ground beef, and green peppers.
Besides being tasty, it’s good for you too. It’s a good source of immune-boosting Vitamin A.
It contains a lot of iron, which keeps your energy levels up. And it provides close to a quarter of your daily fiber needs. Yay!
To add more Tex-Mex flavors, feel free to top with guacamole or avocado. This is also a great recipe for meal prep.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 269
- Fats: 0.7g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbs: 16g
- Fiber: 3.6g
- Sugar: 1.8g
This egg bake is cheesy, hearty, aromatic, and fragrant. It’s warm and high in protein, low-carb, gluten-free, and low-calorie.
This protein-packed casserole is a fantastic way to kickstart your morning. Whether you are following a low-carb diet or simply craving a hearty and delicious meal, this recipe can make your mornings stress-free.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 218
- Fats: 13g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbs: 4.4g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 1.7g
Do you love all things Mexican? Then, tuck right into this sweet potato black bean casserole.
It has lots of delicious Mexican flavors. You’ve got black beans, salsa, bell peppers, and cheese.
The tortillas make lovely layers for the casserole…it’s truly genius.
And since it has a ton of sweet potatoes, you’re getting plenty of Vitamin A. Vitamin A is essential for healthy peepers.
To add more Mexican flavors, feel free to top with some guacamole.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 492
- Fats: 14g
- Protein: 23g
- Carbs: 71g
- Fiber: 15g
- Sugar: 9g
Chicken breasts are rich in protein. And unlike chicken thighs, they’re low in fat, which means they contain fewer calories.
However, because of the low-fat content, chicken breasts can taste like cardboard. This casserole tastes like anything but that.
It’s bursting with flavor. It’s sweet, savory, and spicy.
Aside from being tasty, this casserole is nutritious. It provides a whopping 76% of your daily Vitamin A needs. It contains Vitamin C, too- exactly what the doctor ordered.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 443
- Fats: 22g
- Protein: 35g
- Carbs: 29g
- Fiber: 6.8g
- Sugar: 6.5g
Bring the Asian flavors into your cuisine with this delicious but simple casserole. I absolutely loved making it.
What’s great about it is that it’s high in protein and umami but low in fats! So, if you’re avoiding fats and want to carb up, this is the dish to make.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 428
- Fats: 3.7g
- Protein: 35g
- Carbs: 64g
- Fiber: 2.9g
- Sugar: 20g
This casserole is yummy and full of flavor. Especially if you love your cauliflower and chicken – it offers a nice cheesy way to eat all that without getting bored of the chicken or the cauliflower.
What I love about it is that you just assemble it, cook it, and it’s done. Sometimes, that’s exactly what we need.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 342
- Fats: 27g
- Protein: 21g
- Carbs: 4.6g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 1.5g
Sometimes, you want a casserole not for dinner but for breakfast. This flavorful, filling and rich sausage and spinach casserole might be the answer.
It is filled with beautiful ingredients, yummy, and delightfully easy to make. Give it a shot. 23 grams of protein per slice!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 407
- Fats: 31g
- Protein: 23g
- Carbs: 8.1g
- Fiber: 1.9g
- Sugar: 4g
This chicken broccoli bake is the ultimate comfort meal, this easy dish is cheesy and full of flavor!
If you are looking for a quick and easy way to get your greens in, this is it! It is also low-carb carb making it perfect for those on a ketogenic diet!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 354
- Fats: 24g
- Protein: 26g
- Carbs: 8.9g
- Fiber: 2.4g
- Sugar: 2.8g
This casserole is one of the best ways to load up on all of that protein early in the morning. You can also easily meal prep it for the day and bring to lunch for work.
Cheesy, moist, and salty – a perfect savory dish. You can make it with some of the most regular products in your fridge too!
Who doesn’t love a simple but nourishing recipe?
Per Serving:
- Calories: 453
- Fats: 37g
- Protein: 23g
- Carbs: 8.7g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Sugar: 2.9g
If you’re missing cheesy Philly cheesesteak, this is for you – the keto version and a casserole!
Cheesy, savory, and filling with only 5 grams of net carbs. It’s gluten-free and high-protein.
Per Serving:
- Calories: 338
- Fats: 22g
- Protein: 28g
- Carbs: 6.7g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 2.6g
This 5-ingredient keto broccoli casserole is easy to make, flavorful, and delicious. It’s loaded with cheese and has some green veggies. Thus, it makes for a great healthy vegetarian dish.
This five-ingredient casserole will quickly become one of your favorites. It’s creamy cheesy, and is a great comfort food dish. The cheese crisps up nicely on top, making it delicious!
Per Serving:
- Calories: 321
- Fats: 26g
- Protein: 12g
- Carbs: 13g
- Fiber: 3.5g
- Sugar: 4.2g