Keto Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Turkey Casserole is a rich, flavorful, low-carb dinner made with ground turkey, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, cream cheese, and melted mozzarella for the perfect weeknight bake. This Keto Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Turkey Casserole recipe delivers a savory, Italian-inspired flavor with tender turkey, a silky tomato-cream sauce, and a golden cheesy topping that tastes indulgent while staying fully keto-friendly. It uses simple ingredients, requires minimal prep, and gives you a satisfying high-protein meal that reheats beautifully for lunches, meal prep, and easy family dinners.
About This Recipe
This casserole takes everything people love about creamy, sun-dried-tomato pasta dishes and transforms it into a fully keto, high-protein comfort meal. Instead of pasta, the richness comes from a blend of ground turkey, sautéed aromatics, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach simmered into a velvety cream sauce that bakes under a layer of bubbling cheese. The flavor is bold, warm, and savory without feeling heavy, and it strikes that perfect balance between cozy comfort food and everyday practicality.
The texture is one of the biggest strengths of this dish. Turkey stays juicy thanks to the cream cheese and broth, the spinach softens into the sauce, and the sun-dried tomatoes add small bursts of concentrated tomato flavor that make every bite taste more complex. When everything bakes together, the melted mozzarella forms a golden top layer that pulls the whole dish together like a proper casserole should.
Another thing that makes this recipe stand out is how seamlessly it fits into keto meal planning. It is naturally gluten-free, low in carbs, and loaded with protein and fats that keep you full for hours. It also reheats extremely well, making it ideal for make-ahead lunches, batch cooking, or nights when you need something satisfying but don’t have time to cook from scratch. Whether you serve it on its own or with a simple low-carb side, this casserole brings both convenience and deeper flavor than you’d expect from such an easy preparation.
Visually, it is a beautiful dinner that looks far more sophisticated than the actual effort behind it. The red sun-dried tomatoes peeking through the creamy sauce, the vibrant green spinach, and the glossy golden cheese make it feel like something you’d get at a restaurant. It’s the kind of dish that works equally well for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend meals—and once you try it, it will likely join your regular rotation.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- You’ll love this dish because it’s creamy, cheesy, high-protein, bold in flavor, reheats perfectly, and uses simple ingredients you can find anywhere.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 lbs ground turkey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Heat butter in a skillet. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic.
- Add ground turkey and cook until no longer pink. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach until wilted.
- Pour in chicken broth and add cream cheese. Stir until melted and creamy.
- Transfer mixture to a casserole dish. Top with mozzarella and parmesan.
- Bake 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and lightly golden.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 380
- Fat: 26g
- Protein: 32g
- Carbs: 6g net
FAQ
- Can I use ground chicken instead of turkey?
Yes, it works perfectly. - Can I freeze this casserole?
Yes, freeze up to 2 months. - Can I make it spicier?
Add crushed red pepper flakes.
Variations & Substitutions
- Swap turkey for chicken or beef.
- Add mushrooms or zucchini.
- Use cheddar instead of mozzarella for a sharper flavor.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with a green salad, roasted cauliflower, or simply enjoy on its own—it’s filling enough.
Keto Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Turkey Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1.5 lbs ground turkey
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 6 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Heat butter in a skillet. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic.
- Add ground turkey and cook until no longer pink. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach until wilted.
- Pour in chicken broth and add cream cheese. Stir until melted and creamy.
- Transfer mixture to a casserole dish. Top with mozzarella and parmesan.
- Bake 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and lightly golden.
- Cool slightly before serving.
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