Creamy Turkey Casserole
User Reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
810 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Creamy Turkey Casserole
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Creamy Turkey Casserole is the most delicious way to use your leftover roast! Tender turkey meat and veggies are baked in a cheesy and buttery sauce.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 12 slices Bacon diced into 1-2 inch pieces
Turkey:
- 1.5-2 lbs turkey meat cooked and shredded
- 1/4 teaspoon salt or more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper or more to taste
- 1/2 tablespoon paprika
Veggies:
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
Cheesy Mixture:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk or a bit more
- 1 tablespoon dry ranch mix optional
- 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
- 3 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 can 10 3/4 oz cream of chicken soup, condensed
Toppings:
- cooked bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Panko bread crumbs
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Instructions
- Heat oven to 375°F.
- Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish and set aside.
- Cook and drain macaroni as directed on the package, aim for al dente.
Cook Bacon:
- In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, cook the bacon, stirring frequently, until crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside. Drain grease, leaving only about 2 tablespoons in the skillet.
Cook Veggies:
- Add diced onion, diced bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and tender. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Cheesy Mixture:
- In the same skillet, on medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in flour with a whisk or spatula, until a paste forms.
- Gradually stir in milk, whisking and stirring until fully combined.
- Stir in Ranch Mix if using.
- Stir in condensed cream of chicken soup and cream cheese until fully combined.
- Stir in 3 cups of cheddar cheese. Remove from heat.
Combine:
- In a large bowl combine: cooked pasta, turkey meat, salt, pepper, paprika, veggies, and cheese mixture. Stir well to combine and transfer to a 13x9-inch baking dish.
- Top with the cooked bacon, 1 cup shredded cheese and sprinkle some panko bread crumbs on top if desired.
Bake:
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until mixture is bubbly and cheese is fully melted.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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Calories
810kcal
(41%)
Carbohydrates
75g
(25%)
Protein
67g
(134%)
Fat
48g
(74%)
Saturated Fat
20g
(100%)
Cholesterol
169mg
(56%)
Sodium
1499mg
(62%)
Potassium
925mg
(26%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
13g
(26%)
Vitamin A
1934IU
(39%)
Vitamin C
27mg
(30%)
Calcium
614mg
(61%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 810 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 810kcal | 41% |
| Carbohydrates | 75g | 25% |
| Protein | 67g | 134% |
| Fat | 48g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 169mg | 56% |
| Sodium | 1499mg | 62% |
| Potassium | 925mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 1934IU | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 27mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 614mg | 61% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
27 reviews
Excellent
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