Turkey or Chicken Layered Casserole
Savor the comforting layers of this Turkey or Chicken Layered Casserole, a family-friendly dish that’s perfect for weeknights or holiday leftovers. This recipe combines tender shredded turkey or chicken with al dente egg noodles, a creamy homemade sauce, and a medley of peas, carrots, and cheddar cheese for a hearty main course. A golden breadcrumb-Parmesan topping adds the perfect crunchy finish, while the dish bakes to bubbling perfection in just 35 minutes. Easy to prepare and featuring simple pantry staples like broth, sour cream, and flour, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again. Whether you're using leftover turkey or rotisserie chicken, this casserole is guaranteed to bring comfort to your table. Keywords: turkey casserole recipe, chicken layered casserole, creamy noodle casserole, comforting family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked turkey or chicken (shredded or diced)
- 12 ounces Egg noodles (or pasta of choice)
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Chicken or turkey broth
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 cups Frozen peas and carrots mix (thawed)
- 1 small Onion (finely chopped)
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for breadcrumbs)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the onions and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to form a roux.
Slowly whisk in the chicken or turkey broth and milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture starts to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the sour cream, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Remove the skillet from heat.
Add the cooked turkey or chicken, thawed peas and carrots, and drained noodles to the cream sauce. Mix until everything is evenly coated and combined.
Spread half of the mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Add the remaining mixture as another layer and top with the remaining cheese.
In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Turkey or Chicken Layered Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 225.8 g | 289% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.2 g | 621% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1205 mg | 402% | |
| Sodium | 9455 mg | 411% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 251.6 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.5 g | ||
| Protein | 360.9 g | 722% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 3239 mg | 249% | |
| Iron | 26.6 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 4312 mg | 92% | |
*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.
