Ww Core Bubbling Pizza Casserole
Discover the ultimate comfort food makeover with this WW Core Bubbling Pizza Casserole—a wholesome, hearty dish packed with all the flavors of your favorite pizza in a healthier, family-friendly format. Featuring extra lean ground turkey, vibrant bell peppers, turkey pepperoni, and whole wheat pasta, this casserole is layered with rich, low-sodium marinara sauce and finished with bubbling, reduced-fat mozzarella cheese. Infused with aromatic oregano and basil, it’s a satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Ready in under an hour and serving six, this dish combines savory indulgence with Weight Watchers-friendly ingredients, making it a must-try for anyone seeking a flavorful, guilt-free twist on pizza night.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Extra lean ground turkey
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 2 cups Low-sodium marinara sauce
- 8 ounces Whole wheat pasta, uncooked
- 3 ounces Turkey pepperoni slices
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1.5 cups Reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess liquid.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked turkey. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is softened and fragrant.
Stir in the marinara sauce, oregano, and basil. Simmer for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Remove from heat.
While the sauce is simmering, cook the whole wheat pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In the prepared casserole dish, layer the cooked pasta evenly on the bottom. Pour the turkey marinara sauce mixture over the pasta and spread evenly.
Top the sauce with diced green and red bell peppers, spreading them out evenly across the surface.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Arrange turkey pepperoni slices on top of the cheese in a decorative pattern (or simply distribute them evenly).
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm and enjoy this delicious, healthier pizza-inspired casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.5 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.3 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 499 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 3088 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 247.9 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.0 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.7 g | ||
| Protein | 230.9 g | 462% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1500 mg | 115% | |
| Iron | 21.1 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 4478 mg | 95% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
