Pioneer Turkey Casserole
Transform your leftover turkey into the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Pioneer Turkey Casserole. Packed with tender shredded turkey, a creamy medley of sautéed onions, celery, and frozen vegetables, and topped with a golden layer of savory stuffing mix, this dish delivers all the cozy flavors of a classic Thanksgiving dinner in every bite. Infused with a touch of herbs de Provence and a rich blend of chicken broth and heavy cream, this casserole offers a satisfying balance of creamy and crunchy textures. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together in under an hour and makes for a crowd-pleasing meal your family will love. Serve it as a standalone entree or pair it with a crisp side salad for a complete, wholesome dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked turkey, shredded or cubed
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, and corn)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon herbs de Provence or dried thyme
- 3 cups prepared stuffing mix
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and diced celery, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Sprinkle the flour over the onion and celery mixture, stirring to combine and cook for 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream, mixed vegetables, salt, pepper, and herbs de Provence. Mix well, then gently fold in the shredded or cubed turkey.
Pour the turkey and vegetable mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Top the casserole with the prepared stuffing mix, spreading it out in an even layer over the turkey mixture.
Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3248 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.3 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.8 g | 329% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 835 mg | 278% | |
| Sodium | 6935 mg | 302% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.5 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.4 g | ||
| Protein | 235.9 g | 472% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 22.0 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 3582 mg | 76% | |
*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.
