Healthy Leftover Turkey Casserole
This Healthy Leftover Turkey Casserole is a simple and nutritious way to use up leftover turkey or chicken, delivering a creamy and hearty dinner.
Equipment
- oven-safe skillet
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil or 14g
- 1 medium onion, chopped or 85g
- ½ lb cremini or white mushrooms, sliced or 230g
- 1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour or 8g
- 12 oz evaporated milk, skimmed or 354ml
- 3 cups cooked turkey or chicken, cubed or shredded or 330g
- 3 cups broccoli florets or 175g
- 1 ½ cups cooked rice or 200g
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2% or 225g
- 1 tsp. Cajun seasoning or paprika
- 1 tsp. ground coriander seeds
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese (reduced fat), shredded or 100g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In an oven-safe skillet, heat the oil over medium heat and add the chopped onion. Sauté, stirring occasionally until tender. Add the sliced mushrooms, cook and stir for 5 minutes. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring often. Slowly add the evaporated milk, stirring constantly, until combined. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked turkey or chicken, broccoli florets, cooked rice, and Greek yogurt. Season with seasonings, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Sprinkle with shredded cheese over the top and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbling and the cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Calories (per 1 serving, 230g): 298 kcal; Calories (per 100g): 130 kcal.
Nutrition
Serving: 230gCalories: 298kcalCarbohydrates: 24.4gProtein: 31.2gFat: 8.3g
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