Leftover Turkey Casserole Recipe
This Leftover Turkey Casserole is a comforting and easy way to transform leftover turkey into a hearty meal. Combining tender turkey chunks with creamy mozzarella-infused gravy, vibrant vegetables, and savory cornbread, this casserole is baked to perfection and makes a perfect family-friendly dish for a cozy dinner or to use up holiday leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1 cup turkey gravy
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cornbread, cut into 1 inch chunks
- 3 cups chopped cooked turkey meat
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped frozen green beans
Instructions
- Preheat and prep butter: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until fully melted and starting to bubble slightly.
- Make the gravy sauce: Whisk the flour into the melted butter thoroughly and cook for about 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste. Gradually add the turkey gravy, whole milk, and shredded mozzarella cheese, whisking constantly until you achieve a smooth and creamy sauce.
- Combine casserole ingredients: In a 9×13 inch baking dish, evenly distribute the cornbread chunks, chopped turkey meat, frozen peas, chopped carrots, and frozen green beans. Pour the prepared gravy sauce over the mixture to coat everything well.
- Bake the casserole: Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes to allow the top to brown lightly and the cheeses to bubble.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving to let it set slightly for easier portioning and better flavor melding.
Notes
- Using leftover turkey really helps keep this dish flavorful and reduces waste.
- Feel free to substitute mozzarella with other melting cheeses like cheddar or Monterey Jack for a different flavor.
- If you don’t have turkey gravy, you can substitute with chicken gravy or make a quick roux-based gravy.
- Make sure to thaw the frozen vegetables beforehand for even cooking.
- This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and baked when ready.
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