Turkey Noodle Casserole
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Turkey Noodle Casserole
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The best way to use up leftover turkey and veggies from the holidays is with this Turkey Noodle Casserole!
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Ingredients
Creamy Sauce (see notes for shortcut)
- ⅓ cup butter
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon poultry seasoning
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups light cream or half and half
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried parsley or 1 tablespoon fresh
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Casserole
- 3 cup frozen mixed vegetables thawed, see notes for fresh vegetables
- 2 cups cooked chopped turkey or chicken
- 12 ounces medium pasta such as rotini or penne
Topping
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ½ cup seasoned bread crumbs
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 or 3-quart casserole dish and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and seasonings and cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly stir in chicken broth and cream or evaporated milk until the mixture is smooth. The mixture will be very thick at first.
- Bring the sauce to a boil while stirring over medium heat. Let boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat and stir in salt, pepper, and parsley.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta 1 minute less than directed on the package. Drain well.
- Combine cooked pasta, thawed vegetables, cubed turkey or chicken, and sauce in the prepared casserole dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix together melted butter and seasoned breadcrumbs, then sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and the topping is browned.
Notes
- Sauce: To make a shortcut sauce, replace the sauce with a jar of alfredo sauce and add in the seasonings. Cream can be substituted for evaporated milk.
- Cheese: 1 ½ cups of shredded cheese like cheddar can be added to the sauce.
- To use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables can be used in place of frozen mixed vegetables. I would suggest 3 chopped carrots, 2 ribs of celery, and 1 cup of corn (although any combination will work). Add the fresh vegetables to the boiling pasta water for the last 4 minutes in step 7 or steam the vegetables until tender.
- Store leftover casserole covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or in the microwave until heated through.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
519
(26%)
Carbohydrates
61g
(20%)
Protein
21g
(42%)
Fat
22g
(34%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
80mg
(27%)
Sodium
925mg
(39%)
Potassium
580mg
(17%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
4018IU
(80%)
Vitamin C
6mg
(7%)
Calcium
199mg
(20%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 519 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 519 | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 61g | 20% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 925mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 580mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 4018IU | 80% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 199mg | 20% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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