Quick Description
This High-Protein Cheesy Beef Biscuit Bake is hearty, comforting, and packed with protein. Juicy seasoned ground beef is layered under fluffy golden biscuits and topped with melty cheese for a family-friendly dinner that feels indulgent but fuels your goals.
Servings & Timing
Servings: 6–8 portions
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 22–28 minutes
Total Time: ~40 minutes
Ingredients
Beef Layer
- 1½ lbs lean ground beef (90–93% lean)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (adds protein + creaminess)
- ½ cup low-sodium beef broth
Biscuit Layer
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (or 8 homemade biscuits)
Cheese Topping
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup shredded cheddar
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned.
- Add onion and garlic. Cook 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in salt, pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, beef broth, and Greek yogurt.
- Simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
2️⃣ Assemble
- Transfer beef mixture into a greased 9×13 baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the cheese over the beef.
- Arrange biscuits evenly on top.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese over biscuits.
3️⃣ Bake
- Bake for 22–28 minutes until biscuits are golden and cooked through.
- Cheese should be bubbly and slightly browned.
4️⃣ Rest & Serve
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving – 8 servings)
- Calories: ~380
- Protein: 28–32g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fat: 18g
Why This Is High-Protein Friendly
- Lean ground beef provides quality protein
- Greek yogurt boosts protein without heavy cream
- Balanced comfort meal without excess carbs
Optional Upgrades
- Add diced bell peppers or spinach for veggies
- Swap biscuits for high-protein biscuit mix
- Add hot sauce for a spicy version
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