Gobble Good Turkey Casserole
Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal with this Gobble Good Turkey Casserole! Packed with tender shredded turkey, hearty short pasta, and a medley of colorful mixed vegetables, this dish brings flavor and convenience together. A luscious blend of cream of mushroom soup, milk, and sharp cheddar cheese creates a creamy base that's seasoned to perfection with Italian herbs and garlic powder. Topped with buttery breadcrumbs and a golden layer of melted cheese, this casserole bakes to bubbly perfection in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner, this easy-to-make recipe serves six and pairs wonderfully with a crisp side salad or fresh dinner rolls. Enjoy a delightful twist on leftovers with this irresistible turkey casserole!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked turkey (shredded or diced)
- 3 cups short pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (e.g., carrots, peas, corn)
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (condensed)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1 as needed cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked turkey, cooked pasta, frozen mixed vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, milk, 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and pour the turkey mixture into the dish. Spread it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the melted butter until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top of the casserole.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the breadcrumbs.
Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your Gobble Good Turkey Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4154 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.9 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.3 g | 412% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 919 mg | 306% | |
| Sodium | 6246 mg | 272% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 354.1 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.3 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.9 g | ||
| Protein | 344.6 g | 689% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 2273 mg | 175% | |
| Iron | 24.2 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 3859 mg | 82% | |
*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.
