Description
Chaos Thanksgiving Turkey Orzo Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender turkey and fluffy orzo in a creamy, savory sauce. This dish is your go-to solution for leftover turkey, transforming it into a delightful casserole that’s perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this casserole will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large casserole dish.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add frozen mixed vegetables; cook until warmed through. Stir in cooked turkey.
- In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup and chicken broth. Pour over turkey mixture and mix well.
- Fold in orzo pasta until evenly coated in sauce.
- Transfer to the greased casserole dish, sprinkle cheese on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg