Turkey Parmesan Casserole
Indulge in comfort food at its finest with this Turkey Parmesan Casserole, a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Made with tender ground turkey simmered in marinara sauce and layered with pasta, gooey mozzarella, and nutty Parmesan, this casserole delivers Italian-inspired flavors in every bite. A hint of garlic and Italian seasoning elevates the dish, while a golden, bubbly cheese topping adds irresistible appeal. Ready in under an hour and serving six, this recipe is an effortless way to transform simple pantry staples like pasta and marinara sauce into a satisfying family favorite. Perfect for feeding a crowd or storing leftovers, this baked turkey casserole is sure to become one of your go-to comfort meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey
- 3 cups Marinara sauce
- 12 ounces Cooked pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray or a light coat of olive oil.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
Stir in the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Let the mixture simmer on low heat for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the turkey marinara mixture. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
Spread half of the pasta and turkey mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the layer.
Add the remaining pasta and turkey mixture as the next layer. Top with the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese.
Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
411 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.2 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 1022 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 33.0 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 438 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 59 mg | 1% | |
*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.
