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Creamy Turkey Casserole

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.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 810 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

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

Instructions

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  1. Heat oven to 375°F.
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish and set aside.
  3. Cook and drain macaroni as directed on the package, aim for al dente.
Cook Bacon:
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  1. 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:
  1. 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:
  1. 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.
  2. Gradually stir in milk, whisking and stirring until fully combined.
  3. Stir in Ranch Mix if using.
  4. Stir in condensed cream of chicken soup and cream cheese until fully combined.
  5. Stir in 3 cups of cheddar cheese. Remove from heat.
Combine:
  1. 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.
  2. Top with the cooked bacon, 1 cup shredded cheese and sprinkle some panko bread crumbs on top if desired.
Bake:
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until mixture is bubbly and cheese is fully melted.
  2. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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

% 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.