Leftover Meat Casserole
Transform your leftovers into a comforting, flavor-packed masterpiece with this Leftover Meat Casserole recipe! Perfect for using up cooked chicken, beef, turkey, or ham, this dish combines tender meats, vibrant vegetables, and your choice of pasta or rice for a hearty base. A creamy sauce made with cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup ties everything together, while a golden, cheesy breadcrumb topping adds irresistible crunch and richness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this casserole is a quick and easy dinner solution that cuts down on food waste without sacrificing taste. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, it’s a satisfying way to enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal while cleaning out your fridge!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover cooked meat (chicken, beef, turkey, ham, etc.)
- 1.5 cups leftover cooked vegetables (peas, carrots, green beans, etc.)
- 2 cups cooked pasta or rice
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
- 0.5 cups milk
- 1 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 0.5 cups bread crumbs or crushed crackers
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or a small amount of butter.
Chop any larger pieces of leftover meat or vegetables into bite-sized portions.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the leftover meat, vegetables, and cooked pasta or rice.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom (or chicken) soup and milk until smooth. Add the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, if using.
Pour the soup mixture over the meat and vegetable mixture. Stir well to evenly coat all ingredients.
Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs or crushed crackers with the melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2981 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.2 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.7 g | 294% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 556 mg | 185% | |
| Sodium | 6534 mg | 284% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.0 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.8 g | ||
| Protein | 196.9 g | 394% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1262 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 19.1 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 2713 mg | 58% | |
*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.
