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Turkey Broccoli Casserole Recipe

Turn your leftover Thanksgiving turkey into a delicious and comforting Turkey Broccoli Casserole. Combine tender turkey, broccoli, and a creamy cheese sauce for a an easy meal.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 698 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cups frozen broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic 
  • 3 cups shredded cooked turkey 1 pound
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 ½ cups shredded cheese use your favorite cheese
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon minced parsley

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 395 degrees F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Slice the mushrooms.
  3. Heat a large skillet with oil on medium heat. Add mushrooms, broccoli, and garlic and cook for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in shredded turkey, salt, pepper and parsley. Now add 1 cup of shredded cheese and heavy cream. Stir and bring to a simmer.
  5. Transfer to the baking dish. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top and bake in the oven for 20 minutes until the cheese melts and is golden.
  6. Remove, garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

  • You can use fresh broccoli if you prefer.
  • This casserole is also great with chicken.
  • This casserole is incredibly versatile, so play around with different add-ins and flavors. Try stirring in some cooked bacon, diced bell peppers, or even a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick.
  • You can easily make this ahead of time and then just pop it in the oven when you're ready to eat. Simply assemble the casserole as directed, cover it tightly with plastic wrap, and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to bake, just remove the plastic wrap and proceed with the recipe as usual.
  • You'll know the casserole is done when the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are starting to brown.
  • You can use fresh broccoli if you prefer.
  • This casserole is also great with chicken.
  • This casserole is incredibly versatile, so play around with different add-ins and flavors. Try stirring in some cooked bacon, diced bell peppers, or even a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick.
  • You can easily make this ahead of time and then just pop it in the oven when you're ready to eat. Simply assemble the casserole as directed, cover it tightly with plastic wrap, and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to bake, just remove the plastic wrap and proceed with the recipe as usual.
  • You'll know the casserole is done when the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are starting to brown.

Nutrition Information

Calories 698kcal (35%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 44g (88%) Fat 54g (83%) Saturated Fat 31g (155%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 16g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 227mg (76%) Sodium 898mg (37%) Potassium 707mg (20%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 2104IU (42%) Vitamin C 41mg (46%) Calcium 449mg (45%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 698

% Daily Value*

Calories 698kcal 35%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 44g 88%
Fat 54g 83%
Saturated Fat 31g 155%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 16g 80%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Cholesterol 227mg 76%
Sodium 898mg 37%
Potassium 707mg 15%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 2104IU 42%
Vitamin C 41mg 46%
Calcium 449mg 45%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.