Description
This comforting Turkey Broccoli Casserole combines tender cooked turkey with nutritious broccoli and mushrooms, all baked in a creamy cheese sauce. It’s an easy one-dish meal, perfect for using leftover turkey and creating a warm, hearty dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 cup chopped mushrooms (sliced)
- 2 cups frozen broccoli florets
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced parsley, plus extra for garnish
Protein
- 3 cups shredded cooked turkey (about 1 pound)
Dairy & Oils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 ½ cups shredded cheese (use your favorite cheese)
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
Seasonings
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat the oven to 395 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Slice mushrooms: Carefully slice the mushrooms into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and distribution throughout the casserole.
- Cook vegetables: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Sauté the sliced mushrooms, frozen broccoli florets, and minced garlic together for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender and aromatic.
- Combine turkey and cream sauce: Stir in the shredded cooked turkey, sea salt, ground black pepper, and minced parsley into the skillet. Then add 1 cup of shredded cheese along with the heavy cream. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Assemble and bake: Transfer the turkey and vegetable mixture into the prepared baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the remaining 1 ½ cups of shredded cheese over the top for a cheesy crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted and turned golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven, garnish with additional minced parsley for a fresh touch, then serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh broccoli if preferred; just steam it lightly before adding to the skillet.
- Feel free to use any shredded cheese you like—cheddar, mozzarella, or a sharp cheese all work well.
- This recipe works great with leftover turkey or roasted chicken.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: turkey casserole, broccoli casserole, cheesy casserole, comfort food, easy dinner, leftover turkey recipe, baked casserole
