Creamy Turkey Casserole
Creamy Turkey Casserole using leftover Thanksgiving turkey is a delicious and easy side dish that will have your family asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Casserole Ingredients
- 3 cups uncooked penne pasta
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 ⅓ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 cups cooked turkey
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Optional: fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Topping Ingredients
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
Instructions
How to Make Leftover Turkey Casserole
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare a 9x13” casserole dish by lightly greasing it and set aside.
- Cook pasta al dente according to the package directions, drain and set aside.
- In a medium sauté pan, melt the butter. Add sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes or until tender.
- In a large bowl, add cooked pasta, cooked mushrooms, soup, milk, seasonings, turkey, frozen peas, and ½ cup of the shredded cheese. Stir to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over top.
Make the Casserole Topping
- In a microwave safe bowl, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the bread crumbs. Sprinkle topping in an even layer on top of the casserole.
Bake the Casserole
- Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Turn oven settings to broil and bake for an additional 5 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
How to Store & Reheat Turkey Casserole
Storing leftovers: Leftover turkey casserole can be stored in your refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze leftovers in an airtight container and they will keep for up to 3 months. Make sure to cool completely before storing.
Reheating: To thaw, place in your refrigerator overnight. You can also use your microwave to thaw. To warm, place entire thawed casserole in the oven at 350 degrees F and warm until heated through. Or heat small portions in the microwave.
