Best 5 Day After Thanksgiving Turkey Casserole Recipes

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Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and food. And what's Thanksgiving without turkey? But what do you do with all the leftover turkey? One option is to make a turkey casserole. Turkey casserole is a classic comfort food that's perfect for a cold winter day. It's also a great way to use up leftover turkey and other Thanksgiving dishes.

This article features 10 delicious turkey casserole recipes that are sure to please everyone at your table. From classic recipes like Turkey Tetrazzini and Turkey Pot Pie to more creative dishes like Turkey Enchiladas and Turkey Alfredo Bake, there's something for everyone.

All of the recipes are easy to follow and use ingredients that you probably already have on hand. So if you're looking for a delicious and easy way to use up your leftover turkey, look no further than this collection of 10 turkey casserole recipes.

Let's cook with our recipes!

THANKSGIVING LEFTOVERS CASSEROLE



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This layered casserole with stuffing, turkey, veggies, mashed potatoes and cheese is the perfect way to serve Thanksgiving leftovers.

Provided by Kraft

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (6 ounce) package STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Turkey
4 cups chopped leftover roasted turkey
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, corn, green beans, peas), thawed
¾ cup KRAFT Mayo Real Mayonnaise or MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
3 cups leftover mashed potatoes
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
⅛ teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Prepare stuffing as directed on package; spread onto bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Combine turkey, mixed vegetables and mayo; spoon over stuffing.
  • Mix potatoes and cheese; spread over turkey mixture. Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake 30 to 40 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 61.5 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 411.5 mg, Sugar 1 g

DAY-AFTER-THANKSGIVING CASSEROLE



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An easy and delicious way to use up some of those Thanksgiving leftovers. The recipe is originally from a community cookbook.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups sour cream
1 cup turkey gravy
1 1/2 teaspoons celery salt
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 ounces chopped pimiento
16 ounces medium egg noodles, cooked
1 1/2 cups cooked turkey, cubed
1 cup sliced mushrooms

Steps:

  • Combine sour cream, gravy, seasonings and pimientos in a Dutch oven and heat thoroughly without boiling.
  • Fold in noodles, turkey and mushrooms and pour mixture into a greased 2 quart casserole.
  • Bake, covered, at 350º until hot and bubbly, about 35-45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 16.7, Cholesterol 124.8, Sodium 1417.2, Carbohydrate 38.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.1, Protein 26.6

THANKSGIVING LEFTOVER CASSEROLE



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Turkey, mashed potatoes, cheese, a special sauce, and some little extras combine to make a tasty casserole for 'the day after.' Absolutely delicious way to use those tasty Thanksgiving leftovers.

Provided by Sharon Pruitt

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup water
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup finely crushed herb-seasoned dry bread stuffing mix
1 cup cooked, diced turkey meat
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 cups leftover mashed potatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over low heat. Blend in the flour. Slowly stir in evaporated milk and water, then season with salt, pepper, and onion powder. Stir sauce over low heat for 5 minutes.
  • In a separate saucepan over low heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Blend in the dry stuffing mix. Place the turkey in the prepared baking dish. Pour the sauce over turkey, then sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Spread mashed potatoes over cheese. Top mashed potatoes with the stuffing mixture.
  • Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 66.9 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 837.9 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

THE DAY AFTER THANKSGIVING CASSEROLE



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A twist on using up that leftover Turkey from Thanksgiving. A Hearty meal to stick to the ribs in the cold weather. Which is a must in Northern Michigan. Hope you enjoy it as much as my Hub-bub and Friends do.

Provided by Sheri Zarnick @Shili

Categories     Turkey

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cup(s) cooked turkey, cubed
1 - celery rib, chopped
1/2 cup(s) onions, chopped
1 cup(s) coarsely crumbled cornbread
1 cup(s) cubed, day old bread
1 cup(s) + 2 t. turkey or chicken broth
1/4 cup(s) + 2 t. butter
1/4 teaspoon(s) poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon(s) ground sage
1/4 cup(s) all purpose flour
1/4 cup(s) milk
- dry bread crumbs
1 1/2 cup(s) stiff mashed potatoes
1 - egg, beaten
1/4 teaspoon(s) salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350^. Spray a 1 qt. baking dish with non stick cooking spray. Place mashed potatoes in bottom of the pan, mashing down and around to fill the bottom of the pan.
  • In a skillet, sate celery and onion in 2T. butter until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the cornbread, bread cubes, 2T. broth and seasonings. Put in baking dish on top of potatoes.
  • For Gravy: In a large saucepan melt 1/4c. butter. Whisk in flour and salt until smooth. Gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Take a small amount of hot mixture into a bowl and beat with an egg, pour into saucepan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes longer.
  • Spoon half of the gravy mixture over dressing mixture. Layer with Turkey and remaining gravy. Sprinkle with bread crumbs. Cover and bake 30 min.

DAY AFTER THANKSGIVING TURKEY CASSEROLE



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If a holiday had a casserole in its honor, this would be for Thanksgiving. This is a wonderful way to use Thanksgiving leftovers. All the comfort of a traditional shepherd's pie with the vibrant flavors of Thanksgiving dinner. Adding thyme to the filling gives it a little punch of flavor. Marsha suggests using leftover sweet...

Provided by Marsha Gardner

Categories     Casseroles

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 c turkey, cubed, leftover from Thanksgiving
1 c carrots, diced
1 medium onion, diced
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
1 c celery, diced
2 Tbsp butter, unsalted
1 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
1 tsp thyme, dried
leftover mashed potatoes or sweet potatoes from Thanksgiving
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 Tbsp butter, unsalted for dotting top
paprika, sweet mild, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Saute vegetables in butter and olive oil until tender but not brown.
  • 2. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and thyme.
  • 3. Stir in cooked, cubed turkey.
  • 4. Place in a casserole dish.
  • 5. Top with mashed potatoes. Dot with butter and sprinkle with paprika. If you have leftover sweet potatoes they are great mixed with the mashed potatoes and spread over the top.
  • 6. Bake, uncovered, at 350F for 20-30 minutes until the potatoes are browned and casserole is heated through.

Tips:

  • Use leftover turkey meat from your Thanksgiving dinner to make this casserole. It's a great way to use up leftovers and create a new, delicious meal.
  • Be sure to remove the skin and bones from the turkey meat before cooking it. This will help to reduce the amount of fat and calories in the casserole.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the casserole. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to the dish.
  • Feel free to adjust the seasonings in the casserole to your liking. You can add more or less salt, pepper, garlic powder, or onion powder, depending on your taste.
  • If you don't have any leftover turkey, you can use cooked chicken or beef in its place.

Conclusion:

This day-after-Thanksgiving turkey casserole is a delicious and easy way to use up your leftover turkey. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you have leftover turkey, don't throw it away! Make this casserole instead.

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