Turkey Rice Casserole
A hearty turkey rice casserole combining tender roasted turkey, savory vegetables, crunchy almonds, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for family dinners, it offers comforting flavors with a touch of nuttiness and a hint of paprika. Easily adaptable and crowd-pleasing, ideal for using leftover turkey.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Saute chopped onion and green pepper in margarine for 3 minutes.
- Stir in flour to form a roux.
- Gradually add canned chicken broth, stirring constantly.
- Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens.
- Add diced pimentos, sliced almonds, pepper, cubed turkey, and cooked rice.
- Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Pour the mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish.
- Sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese and paprika over the top.
- Bake at 350°F for 30 to 40 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).