Turkey or Chicken Layered Casserole

Savor the comforting layers of this Turkey or Chicken Layered Casserole, a family-friendly dish that’s perfect for weeknights or holiday leftovers. This recipe combines tender shredded turkey or chicken with al dente egg noodles, a creamy homemade sauce, and a medley of peas, carrots, and cheddar cheese for a hearty main course. A golden breadcrumb-Parmesan topping adds the perfect crunchy finish, while the dish bakes to bubbling perfection in just 35 minutes. Easy to prepare and featuring simple pantry staples like broth, sour cream, and flour, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again. Whether you're using leftover turkey or rotisserie chicken, this casserole is guaranteed to bring comfort to your table. Keywords: turkey casserole recipe, chicken layered casserole, creamy noodle casserole, comforting family dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked turkey or chicken (shredded or diced)
• 12 ounces Egg noodles (or pasta of choice)
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Chicken or turkey broth
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 2 cups Frozen peas and carrots mix (thawed)
• 1 small Onion (finely chopped)
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for breadcrumbs)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the onions and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to form a roux.

Step 5

Slowly whisk in the chicken or turkey broth and milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture starts to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the sour cream, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 7

Add the cooked turkey or chicken, thawed peas and carrots, and drained noodles to the cream sauce. Mix until everything is evenly coated and combined.

Step 8

Spread half of the mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Add the remaining mixture as another layer and top with the remaining cheese.

Step 9

In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 11

Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Turkey or Chicken Layered Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2929.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4455.7

Total Fat 225.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g
Cholesterol 1205.3mg	0%
Sodium 9455.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 251.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.6g	0%
Total Sugars 57.5g
Protein 360.9g	0%

Vitamin D 162.1IU	0%
Calcium 3239.3mg	0%
Iron 26.6mg	0%
Potassium 4312.1mg	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: 45.3%

Protein: 32.2%

Carbs: 22.5%