Shared by Jenn Williamson, LifeRx.md Member & 280-Pound Weight Loss Success Story

Who says comfort food can’t be healthy? These Stuffed Turkey Veggie Pockets are loaded with lean protein, packed with colorful veggies, and baked inside golden pizza dough for a guilt-free twist on a cheesy, savory pocket.

Shared by Jenn Williamson, who lost an incredible 280 pounds with the help of LifeRx.md’s personalized weight loss treatments, this recipe proves you can fuel your goals and enjoy your food — at the same time.

With a creamy ricotta filling, hearty turkey-veggie mix, and a crisp baked crust, these make the perfect meal-prep option, lunchbox treat, or cozy dinner.

🥘 Ingredients

• 3 lbs ground turkey

• 1 lb Italian turkey sausage

• 3 eggs

• 1 cup mushrooms, diced

• 1 cup carrots, diced

• ½ cup chopped parsley

• 1 cup diced onions

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ cup chopped green onions

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1 green bell pepper, diced

• 4 oz low-fat cream cheese (about ½ block)

• 1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese

• ½ cup pasta sauce

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

• 2 cans refrigerated pizza dough

• Grated Parmesan (optional)

• Italian seasoning

• Avocado oil spray

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the Veggies
   Wash all your vegetables thoroughly. Dice mushrooms, carrots, bell peppers, and green onions. Mince garlic and chop parsley and onion.

2. Make the Meat Mixture
   
   In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, Italian turkey sausage, diced veggies, 3 eggs, and breadcrumbs. Mix thoroughly and let sit for a few minutes to bind.

3. Create the Filling
   In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese, 4 oz low-fat cream cheese, and ½ cup pasta sauce until smooth. Set aside.

4. Prepare Dough Bowls
   Spray cupcake or muffin pans with avocado oil. Unroll pizza dough and place over the pan, gently pressing into the cups. Use a second cupcake pan on top to shape the dough into bowls. Remove the top pan once shaped.

5. Add Fillings
   
   Spoon in a layer of the ricotta-cheese filling. Then add the turkey and veggie mixture on top

6. Top It Off
   Sprinkle a little grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning over each pocket.

7. Seal & Shape
   Cut slits in the excess dough hanging from the sides and fold over the top of each pocket, gently sealing.

8. Bake
   Preheat the oven to 375°F. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the dough is golden and the meat is cooked through.

9. Serve & Enjoy
   Let cool for a few minutes before removing from the pan. Serve with a spoonful of ricotta-cream cheese sauce and a drizzle of pasta sauce on the side. Slice open and dig in!
   

🧮 Estimated Nutrition (Per Pocket – makes approx. 12)

• Calories: ~320 kcal

• Protein: 30g

• Fat: 14g

• Carbohydrates: 18g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 3g

Note: Nutritional info will vary based on your dough and portion sizes.

🔄 Tips & Customizations

• Go Lower Carb: Use whole wheat or cauliflower-based dough.

• Spice It Up: Add crushed red pepper or smoked paprika to the turkey mix.

• Dairy-Free? Try a plant-based ricotta and cream cheese alternative.

💬 Your Turn!

Made these protein-packed pockets? Let us know! Tag LifeRx.md and show off your healthy comfort food creations. Big goals start with bold meals — and Jenn’s journey proves it’s worth it.