Rice a Roni Turkey Casserole
Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into a comforting masterpiece with this Rice-A-Roni Turkey Casserole! Loaded with tender shredded turkey, creamy soup, and vibrant mixed vegetables, this baked dish combines the savory flavor of chicken or turkey-flavored Rice-A-Roni with hearty layers of cheddar cheese and a golden breadcrumb topping. The casserole comes together effortlessly, thanks to a handful of pantry staples like cream of chicken soup and sour cream, making it the perfect weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing potluck option. Ready in under an hour, this one-pan wonder boasts the perfect balance of creamy, cheesy, and crunchy textures. Serve this warm and satisfying dish straight out of the oven for the ultimate comfort food experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box Rice-A-Roni (chicken or turkey flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 cups Cooked turkey meat, shredded or diced
- 1 cup Frozen mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, green beans)
- 1 can Cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Add the Rice-A-Roni (including the seasoning packet) to the skillet. Cook according to package instructions, using chicken broth instead of water. Set aside once cooked.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded turkey, frozen mixed vegetables, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cooked Rice-A-Roni, salt, and pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with olive oil. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Optionally, garnish with dried parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
445 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.8 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 997 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 24.5 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 361 mg | 8% | |
*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.
