Description
Chaos Thanksgiving Turkey Orzo Casserole is a comforting and creamy dish that perfectly captures the essence of holiday gatherings. This easy-to-make casserole combines tender turkey, orzo pasta, and mixed vegetables, all enveloped in a rich sauce and topped with crispy breadcrumbs. It’s the perfect solution for using up Thanksgiving leftovers or impressing guests at any occasion. With its delightful blend of flavors and textures, this casserole promises to be a crowd-pleaser at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups mixed frozen vegetables
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add orzo and vegetable broth; bring to a boil and cook until orzo is al dente.
- Reduce heat; stir in turkey, mixed vegetables, and cream cheese until well combined.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish; top with cheddar cheese and panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg