Recycled Holiday Mainstay
Transform your holiday leftovers into a comforting and flavorful dish with this irresistible Recycled Holiday Mainstay casserole. Packed with tender shredded turkey or chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, savory vegetables, and a buttery stuffing crust, this dish breathes new life into those post-celebration staples. A generous layer of melty cheese and a drizzle of rich gravy bring everything together for a satisfying meal that’s ready in just 45 minutes. Perfect for reducing kitchen waste and delighting your taste buds, this recipe is a must-try for busy households during the festive season. Serve it fresh out of the oven, topped with a sprinkle of parsley for a beautiful finishing touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups roasted turkey or chicken (shredded)
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1.5 cups vegetables (e.g., green beans, carrots, corn)
- 1 cup stuffing or bread crumbs
- 1.5 cups gravy
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded turkey or chicken, leftover vegetables, and 1 cup of gravy. Mix well until evenly coated.
Spread the turkey and vegetable mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
Spoon the leftover mashed potatoes over the turkey mixture, spreading it evenly to create a layer. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper for flavor.
In another bowl, mix the stuffing or bread crumbs with melted butter. Spread the mixture over the mashed potatoes to create a crunchy topping.
Drizzle the remaining 0.5 cups of gravy over the top, then sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly across the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3213 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.3 g | 167% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.0 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 632 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 7645 mg | 332% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 296.1 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.7 g | ||
| Protein | 224.3 g | 449% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1276 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 4533 mg | 96% | |
*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.
