High-Protein Recipes: 15 Easy High-Protein Casserole Recipes for Healthy Dinners by Donna John

People are seeking out high-protein recipes right now. We think that's great because most of us don't get enough protein in our diets. If you don't think protein is important, here are five compelling reasons to eat more protein every day from Piedmont Healthcare:

1. Build: Protein is an important building block of bones, muscles, cartilage and skin. Did you know that your hair and nails are composed mostly of protein?
2. Repair: Your body uses protein to build and repair tissue.
3. Oxygenate: Red blood cells contain a protein compound that carries oxygen throughout the body, helping supply us with the nutrients we need.
4. Digest: About half the dietary protein we consume each day is used to make enzymes, which aid in digesting food and making new cells and body chemicals.
5. Regulate: Protein plays a vital role in hormone regulation, especially during the transformation and development of cells during puberty.

Convinced? Casserole recipes are always a fan favorite at 30Seconds. We've pulled together our top high-protein casseroles that make a delicious high-protein dinner. We have vegetarian casseroles, chicken casseroles, seafood casseroles, meatballs casseroles, Mediterranean casseroles, ground beef casseroles, Mexican casseroles and more. Check back because we'll be adding more and more new high-protein recipes for you to scroll through and prepare for your family.

1. Creamy Cheddar Broccoli Casserole: What's better than a broccoli cheddar casserole? A high-protein broccoli cheddar casserole! This creamy high-protein broccoli cheese casserole recipe with ground chicken is delicious and nutritious. This cheddar broccoli casserole has 18 grams of protein per serving.

2. Southwest Black Bean Casserole Recipe: This southwest quinoa and black bean casserole recipe is full of fiber, protein and is vegetarian! The vegetarian casserole has 19 grams of protein 10 grams of fiber per serving.

3. Boursin Casserole With White Beans and Ground Chicken: This cheesy high-fiber, high-protein Boursin casserole recipe with white beans and ground chicken is so flavorful. The wholesome skillet casserole is packed with protein, thanks to the white beans, ground chicken and Greek yogurt. The ground chicken casserole has 23 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber per serving.

4. Mediterranean Casserole With Spinach and Feta: This crustless casserole recipe with spinach and feta is loaded with Mediterranean flavor and is a wonderful addition to a Mediterranean diet. It includes the health benefits of spinach, the health benefits of peppers and the health benefits of feta (here's why feta is among the healthiest cheeses). It's also high in protein, which is a huge plus. The Mediterranean casserole has 19 grams of protein per serving.

5. Creamy Ground Beef Cauliflower Casserole: This creamy low-carb, high-protein ground beef casserole may be the best thing you'll make all year. So delicious! The delicious casserole recipe has 21 grams of protein per serving.

6. Taco Skillet Casserole: The best thing Elisa Schmitz ate one week was this creamy high-protein taco skillet casserole recipe with ground chicken. It disappeared so quickly! Knowing that her family loves taco flavor, she had a feeling they'd like this recipe. But she was surprised by how much they loved it! This taco casserole recipe has 20 grams of protein per serving.

7. Unstuffed Peppers Skillet Casserole: This easy ground beef stuffed pepper casserole has super simple prep and cooks in about 30 minutes on the stovetop. The ground beef casserole is so good, it's hard to stop eating. The skillet casserole has 26 grams of protein per serving.

8. Smoked Salmon Egg Casserole: This creamy delicious salmon egg casserole has a custard-like texture, thanks to a high-protein ingredient: cottage cheese. When whipped in a blender, cottage cheese becomes light and creamy, helping to make this casserole a wonderful addition to a Mediterranean Diet. Check out the health benefits of cottage cheese and the health benefits of smoked salmon. This seafood egg casserole has 26 grams of protein per serving.

9. Cheesy Chicken Taco Casserole: The nutritious gluten-free recipe starts on the stovetop and ends in the oven, resulting in a creamy inside and crispy outside that's packed with protein, too. The high-protein chicken taco casserole recipe has 33 grams of protein per serving!

10. Cowboy Meatballs Casserole: This easy meatball casserole takes inspiration from Mexican and even Italian cooking, using taco seasonings and marinara sauce to create tons of flavor. Plus, the ground chicken and black beans combine to make this a high-protein meal everyone can enjoy. This meatball casserole has 22 grams of protein per serving.

11. Avocado Egg Casserole: This creamy high-protein avocado egg casserole recipe wraps the flavor and nutrition of avocados into a delicious egg dish that packs a protein punch. This fluffy casserole has 19 grams of protein per serving.

12. Chicken and Tomato Pasta Casserole: Inspired by this farmers market caprese casserole, this easy chicken and tomato casserole recipe is just the right amount of creamy without being too heavy. The ricotta cheese adds a velvety texture while the Parmesan adds a flavorful golden topping. The chicken casserole has 32 grams of protein per serving.

13. Cheddar Mashed Potato Casserole: This easy mashed potato casserole recipe is loaded with vegetables, so it offers the health benefits of broccoli, the health benefits of red peppers and the health benefits of onions. It also has a protein-rich secret ingredient: cottage cheese (read about the health benefits of cottage cheese). This vegetarian casserole has 17 grams of protein per serving.

14. Spinach Artichoke Dip Casserole With Ground Chicken: The gluten-free recipe starts on the stovetop and ends in the oven. The ovenproof skillet helps create a perfectly melted inside and a crispy golden outside that you just can't wait to dig into. The creamy casserole has 35 grams of protein per serving.

15. Feta and Chickpea Casserole: This chickpea casserole recipe takes chickpeas to a whole new level combining them with creamy feta, juicy tomatoes and flavorful herbs for a warm, protein-packed lunch or side dish. This vegetarian casserole has 26 grams of protein and 17 grams of fiber per serving.

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