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This easy one pot turkey noodle casserole recipe is packed with egg noodles and veggies in a creamy sauce. A delicious way to use up leftover turkey and sure to be a family favorite!
Easy Turkey and Noodle Recipe
I guess you can never have too many easy leftover turkey recipes, especially after Thanksgiving. After I posted my Instant Pot Turkey Noodle Casserole, a few of you wrote to ask for an easy turkey casserole made on the stove. So, here it is — One Pot Turkey Noodle Casserole made with leftover turkey in the Dutch oven!
The goal is to use what you have and use up Thanksgiving leftovers in a quick and easy dinner. After all, you probably want a break from cooking after the holidays!
This leftover turkey casserole is made with just a few simple ingredients — you probably have most of them in your pantry. You can also add your favorite seasonings or different pasta or cheese. This easy recipe is very versatile! My family also loves leftover turkey stuffing casserole and these easy turkey sliders.
Ingredient Notes
Here’s a quick overview of the ingredients you need. Full amounts are in the printable recipe card below.
- Leftover Thanksgiving turkey — from a whole turkey or turkey breast cut into bite size pieces.
- Chicken broth — or turkey broth if you have it
- Frozen vegetables — mixed vegetables, green beans, peas or whatever you have.
- Egg noodles — You can also sub your favorite short pasta shapes.
- Heavy cream — for the creamy sauce
- Seasoning — sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried minced onions and herbes de Provence seasoning. Italian seasoning or dried parsley are good substitutions.
- Cheese — a blend of Monterey Jack cheese and Parmesan. I’ve made it with mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese, and it’s just as good.
How to Make Leftover Turkey Noodle Casserole
Just add your leftover turkey to a pot or skillet. Then, add some noodles, broth or water, and throw in some seasonings and frozen veggies. I used egg noodles in this casserole, but you can add your favorite pasta.
Egg noodles cook fast, so when they’re getting soft, stir in some cream, and let everything hang out for a little bit. The liquid will start to thicken, and then, you can add some cheese.
I added a little fresh parsley to brighten the casserole up, but it’s optional. And, that’s all there is to it! My family said this turkey noodle casserole is one of the best leftover turkey recipes ever — no matter how you make it!
Recipe Tip
The casserole may seem a little soupy at first, but will thicken up quickly as it sits.
If you feel the casserole needs more liquid, you can add a little extra cream.
For a baked casserole, after adding the cheese, you can spoon the noodle mixture into a baking dish and bake until bubbly.
Storage
Store leftover casserole in an airtight container in your refrigerator for 3-4 days. You can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months for best taste. It reheats well in the microwave.
What Else can be Made with Leftover Turkey?
One Pot Turkey Noodle Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups cooked turkey diced
- 4 cups egg noodles about 12 oz
- 3 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 teaspoons dried minced onions
- 2 teaspoons herbes de Provence seasoning or Italian seasoning or dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Add the olive oil and turkey to a large pot or Dutch oven, and heat until warm on medium heat.
- Stir in egg noodles, spices and broth, and frozen vegetables, and heat over medium high heat until just boiling. Cover, and cook for about 5 minutes or until noodles start to get soft, stirring frequently
- Reduce heat to medium, stir in heavy cream, and cook uncovered until liquid starts to reduce and thicken and noodles are cooked, stirring occasionally
- Sir in cheese, and top with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately
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Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I’ve been known to miss things…but when do the vegetables go in? Did I miss it? I put them in during the first boil step and it was fine, but just might want to include in the recipe!
Sorry about that. It was the post but not the recipe card. Thanks for the reminder!
So great! I have so much extra turkey and turkey broth (which I used instead) I plan to make this in a large quantity. Have you ever frozen this?
Yes, several times, and it reheats well. I usually make a big batch, and freeze in smaller portions.
This was a super recipe for leftover smoked turkey from an early Thanksgiving. It was easy, flavorful and readily adaptable for ingredients I did or didn’t have on hand. I started by sauteing mushrooms then seasoned them with Montreal chicken seasoning before adding the turkey to the pot. This amped up the flavor as I didn’t have any broth and had to use only water. I also added a splash of coconut aminos with the liquid although I’ve read that soy sauce could be used. (Thanks Bon Appetit!) I also did not have any frozen vegetables so I cooked some chopped broccoli in the microwave then stirred it in at the end. This was delicious! Family loved it!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the casserole! Thank you! 🙂
One pot meals are the best! This one looks amazing!
Thanks so much, Krista! We love it!
This looks absolutely delicious! Yummy!
Thanks so much, Erin! My family just loved it!
I would eat it right now! I love turkey and noodles, so I will love this recipe!
I love all the ingredients! What a great idea for the leftover turkey!
Yum! The absolute perfect way to use up leftover turkey. My family would love this!
This looks delicious. Great way to use leftover turkey!
Thanks, Paula. Can’t believe it’s Thanksgiving already!
I could eat this for any meal of the day! Looks perfect!!! yessss! This is the perfect recipe for me. Looks VERY tasty!
Thanks, Chrissie. We loved this easy dinner!