High-Protein Turkey & Green Bean Casserole-Inspired Meal Prep Bowl: 36 Grams of Protein Under $5

This turkey and green bean casserole-inspired meal prep bowl takes one of the most beloved Thanksgiving side dishes and turns it into a genuinely satisfying, protein-forward dinner for the whole week. Sliced turkey breast sears until juicy while mushrooms cook alongside green beans in a light, creamy Greek yogurt sauce that echoes the familiar flavor of a classic green bean casserole without the heavy canned soup base. A scoop of brown rice adds a hearty, whole-grain foundation, and a sprinkle of crispy fried onions right before eating brings that unmistakable casserole crunch to every bite. Keeping the onions separate until serving time preserves their crispiness through multiple days of meal prep, so the topping never turns soggy in the fridge. With 36 grams of protein and all the nostalgic flavor of a Thanksgiving side dish, this bowl is a fun way to enjoy those familiar holiday flavors any week of the season. At $4.40 per serving, it’s a cozy, satisfying addition to the Sunday meal prep rotation.

High-Protein Turkey & Green Bean Casserole-Inspired Meal Prep Bowl

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Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 1

Calories: 420

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 6 oz turkey breast sliced
• 1.5 cups green beans trimmed
• 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp crispy fried onions for topping
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method

 

1. Season the turkey breast with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat half the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the turkey for 3 to 4 minutes per side until cooked through, then slice.
3. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and sliced mushrooms, cooking for 4 to 5 minutes until golden.
4. Add the green beans and chicken broth, covering and steaming for 4 to 5 minutes until tender.
5. Stir in the Greek yogurt off the heat to create a light, creamy sauce coating the beans and mushrooms.
6. Divide the brown rice, sliced turkey, and creamy green bean mixture into a meal prep container.
7. Top with a sprinkle of crispy fried onions just before serving.
8. Serve warm, or store for later in the week, adding the fried onions fresh at serving time.

Notes

A small container of crispy fried onions goes a long way as a topping, and buying green beans and mushrooms fresh in season keeps this dish affordable.