This macro-friendly ground beef casserole balances protein, carbs, and fats perfectly for performance-focused eating. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's one of the easiest high-protein meals for meal prep or…

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) 93% lean ground beef
• 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), sliced into 1/4-inch medallions
• 4 slices provolone cheese
• 1 can (10.5 oz/298g) 98% fat-free cream of chicken soup
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Drain any excess fat. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Remove from heat.

Step 3

Arrange sweet potato medallions in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 4

Spread the cooked ground beef evenly over the sweet potatoes.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk the cream of chicken soup with 1/4 cup water until smooth. Pour evenly over the beef layer.

Step 6

Top with provolone cheese slices, overlapping slightly if needed.

Step 7

Bake for 12-15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly and sweet potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 8

Remove from oven and let rest 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.

For best results

• For even cooking, slice sweet potatoes to uniform thickness.
• Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
• To save time, use pre-cooked ground beef from meal prep.
• Add a pinch of cayenne for heat.

Variations

• Swap sweet potatoes for russet or Yukon gold potatoes.
• Use cheddar or mozzarella instead of provolone.
• Add a layer of sautéed spinach or kale between beef and cheese.

Nutrition

• Calories385 kcal
• Total Fat14g
• Saturated Fat7g
• Cholesterol75mg
• Sodium680mg
• Total Carbohydrates32g
• Dietary Fiber5g
• Sugars8g
• Protein32g

Common Questions