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Turkey Noodle Casserole

This noodle casserole has packed with tender veggies, turkey, and pasta baked in a simple homey sauce. It’s all baked under buttery bread crumbs.

Ingredients :

  • ⅓ cup butter
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 ½ cups light cream or half and half
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried parsley or 1 tablespoon fresh
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt or more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Casserole
  • 3 cup frozen mixed vegetables thawed, see notes for fresh vegetables
  • 2 cups cooked chopped turkey or chicken
  • 12 ounces medium pasta such as rotini or penne
  • Topping
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • ½ cup seasoned bread crumbs

Directions :

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 or 3-quart casserole dish and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and seasonings and cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Add flour and cook for 1 minute.
  • Slowly stir in chicken broth and cream or evaporated milk until the mixture is smooth. The mixture will be very thick at first.
  • Bring the sauce to a boil while stirring over medium heat. Let boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat and stir in salt, pepper, and parsley.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta 1 minute less than directed on the package. Drain well.
  • Combine cooked pasta, thawed vegetables, cubed turkey or chicken, and sauce in the prepared casserole dish.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together melted butter and seasoned breadcrumbs, then sprinkle over the casserole.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and the topping is browned.