Tastes Like Thanksgiving Casserole

Capture all the comforting flavors of your favorite holiday meal in one dish with this "Tastes Like Thanksgiving Casserole." Perfectly seasoned stuffing, tender shredded turkey or chicken, and sautéed vegetables come together with creamy soups and tangy cranberry sauce for a mouthwatering mix of savory and sweet. Topped with melty cheddar cheese and baked to golden perfection, this casserole combines the best of Thanksgiving in a convenient, one-pan recipe. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s a stress-free way to enjoy the holiday vibe year-round or to use up leftovers in the tastiest way possible. Ideal for cozy family dinners or to impress at a potluck, this easy casserole is destined to become a comfort-food classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups stuffing mix
• 2 cups chicken or turkey broth
• 2 cups cooked turkey or chicken, shredded
• 1 10.5-ounce can canned cream of mushroom soup
• 1 10.5-ounce can canned cream of chicken soup
• 2 cups frozen green beans, thawed
• 1 cup cranberry sauce
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, and sauté for 4-5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the stuffing mix with the chicken or turkey broth. Stir until the stuffing mix absorbs the liquid.

Step 4

Add the sautéed vegetables, shredded turkey or chicken, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, thawed green beans, salt, and pepper into the bowl with the stuffing. Mix everything until evenly combined.

Step 5

Spread half of the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Spoon dollops of cranberry sauce over this layer.

Step 6

Top with the remaining stuffing mixture, spreading it out evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the casserole.

Step 8

Cover the casserole with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the casserole is heated through.

Step 10

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. If desired, sprinkle with dried parsley for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3888.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7780.0

Total Fat 170.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 502.6mg	0%
Sodium 26532.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1252.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 71.7g	0%
Total Sugars 223.4g
Protein 312.7g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 2273.4mg	0%
Iron 68.8mg	0%
Potassium 5650.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 19.7%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 64.3%