Easy Turkey Casserole Recipe

Name: Easy Turkey Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 tablespoons butter; 1 1/2 cups onions, medium dice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon herbes de Provence; 1, 12 ounce package mushrooms cleaned, stems removed, sliced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup flour; 2 cups chicken broth; {1/4 cup sherry wine; {1, 3/4 cup half and half; 3 cups turkey, cooked; 1 cup frozen peas; 4 slices bacon, cooked; 1 cup Parmesan; 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs; 12 ounces dry Bucatini noodles; [[Salt and pepper to taste]]

Servings: persons

7 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups onions, medium dice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon herbes de Provence
1, 12 ounce package mushrooms cleaned, stems removed, sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup flour
2 cups chicken broth
{1/4 cup sherry wine
{1, 3/4 cup half and half
3 cups turkey, cooked
1 cup frozen peas
4 slices bacon, cooked
1 cup Parmesan
1/3 cup panko bread crumbs
12 ounces dry Bucatini noodles
[[Salt and pepper to taste]]

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F degrees.
2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
3
Add the pasta and cook until al dente (2 minutes less than package suggestion).
4
Drain well and set aside.
5
Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large ovenproof casserole dish over medium heat.
6
Saute the onions until they start to become translucent, 5-6 minutes.
7
Add the garlic and saute for 2 more minutes until fragrant.
8
Add 2 more tablespoons of the butter and the mushrooms, herbes de Provence and salt.
9
Stir and cook until the liquid from the mushrooms has evaporated, about 6-8 minutes.
10
Sprinkle flour over the mixture in the pan and reduce the heat to low, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes.
11
Stir in broth and sherry wine.
12
Bring sauce to a simmer and cook over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes.
13
Slowly stir in the half-and-half and cook until thickened, stirring constantly until mixture coats the back of wooden spoon, for 5-7 minutes.
14
Turn off heat and stir in turkey, peas, and bacon.
15
Stir in 2/3 cup of the Parmesan.
16
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
17
Add the cooked pasta.
18
In a small bowl, combine the remaining Parmesan and the breadcrumbs.
19
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
20
Pour the tetrazzini into a buttered casserole dish.
21
Sprinkle the panko mixture evenly over the casserole, and dot the top with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces.
22
Bake until the top is golden brown, approximately 30-40 minutes.

1449

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

128

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 tablespoons butter, 1 1/2 cups onions, medium dice, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon herbes de Provence, and more.

Yes, Easy Turkey Casserole Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!