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'Adios, Turkey' Casserole

This 'Adios, Turkey' Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for transforming leftover cooked turkey. It combines turkey with a creamy sauce, diced vegetables, and two types of cheese, all baked until bubbly and golden. A comforting and satisfying meal.
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Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 2275 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch Casserole Dish
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Chef's knife
  • 1 Wooden Spoon or Spatula for mixing

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 3 cups diced cooked turkey
  • 1 10.75 ounce can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 10 ounce can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 6 ounce jar sliced mushrooms, drained
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 tortillas cut into strips
  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch (or similar size) casserole dish.
  • Dice the onion and green bell pepper, and mince the garlic clove.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cooked turkey, cream of chicken soup, and diced tomatoes with green chile peppers.
  • Add the diced onion, diced green bell pepper, drained sliced mushrooms, minced garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder to the bowl.
  • Add 1 cup of the shredded sharp Cheddar cheese to the mixture.
  • Stir all ingredients thoroughly until they are well combined and evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  • Pour the entire casserole mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer.
  • Evenly arrange the cut tortilla strips over the top of the casserole mixture.
  • Generously sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded sharp Cheddar cheese over the tortilla strips.
  • Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling around the edges and the cheese on top is melted and lightly golden. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

To elevate this casserole, consider sautéing the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic briefly before adding them to the mix; this deepens their flavor. For an extra layer of texture, toast the tortilla strips lightly in a dry pan before layering them, adding a pleasant crispness. Don't overbake, as it can dry out the turkey; bake until just bubbling and cheese is golden. A touch of smoked paprika or a pinch of cumin can enhance the 'southwestern' profile from the RO*TEL. For serving, a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro would add brightness and acidity.