Creamy Turkey Casserole
Transform your holiday leftovers into a comforting and crowd-pleasing *Creamy Turkey Casserole* that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings. This recipe combines tender pieces of cooked turkey, hearty egg noodles, and a rich homemade cheese sauce made with sharp cheddar, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Freshly baked with a medley of peas and carrots and topped with crispy breadcrumbs and parmesan (optional for extra crunch), this casserole is the ultimate balance of creamy and savory. Ready in under an hour, this dish is an easy way to elevate leftovers into a golden, bubbly masterpiece the whole family will love. Perfect for using up Thanksgiving turkey and packed with classic comfort food flavors, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked turkey
- 3 cups egg noodles
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2.5 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 cups breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
- 0.25 cups parmesan cheese (grated, optional, for topping)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
Slowly whisk in the chicken or turkey broth, followed by the heavy cream. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until completely melted and smooth.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked turkey, egg noodles, frozen peas and carrots, and the cheese sauce. Mix well until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.
If using the optional topping, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil in a small bowl and sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy turkey casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 248.1 g | 318% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.3 g | 616% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1089 mg | 363% | |
| Sodium | 7277 mg | 316% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.4 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 264.2 g | 528% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 2574 mg | 198% | |
| Iron | 26.7 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 2882 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
