Prep: 5 Wondering what to do with all of that leftover Thanksgiving turkey? This Easy Turkey Rice Casserole recipe is one of my favorite ways to use it! It’s creamy, cheesy, savory, and lightened up for a cozy dinner the entire family will love. Even my kids love it! Make this delicious meal in just 30 minutes or less for a healthy dinner you’ll want to make again and again.
When it comes to post-holiday meals, quick and easy are definitely the way to go. And if you’re anything like me, you may be over all of the holiday food and looking for a healthy way to enjoy it. This easy Turkey and Rice Casserole recipe is my ultimate go-to for using up leftover turkey! I love that it can be completely put together in a single casserole dish (yay for one-dish recipes!) and is something my entire family will love. Here’s what you’ll love about it:
- It can be made in just a few minutes (30 minutes or less).
- Made entirely in a single casserole dish, so clean up is a breeze.
- It’s perfect for when you’re over holiday food and need an easy way to use up leftover turkey.
- This recipe is healthier and SO delicious!
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Turkey Rice Casserole Ingredients
This recipe is made with 6 essential ingredients: rice, turkey, vegetables, yogurt sauce, cheese, and crackers!
Mahatma® Rice (opens in a new tab) – This delicious rice works perfectly in our Turkey Rice Casserole recipe. The extra-long grains create a perfect separate but fluffy texture that we’re absolutely loving!
Tip: Be sure to try out Mahatma® Rice in this Asian Tofu Rice Bowl, Beef Curry Rice Burger Bowls, Thai Pineapple Fried Rice, and Cuban Mojo Chicken and Rice recipe!
Cooked Turkey – Shredded or cubed leftover turkey is perfect for this recipe! Chicken can also be subbed if you don’t have turkey on hand.
Canned or Cooked Vegetables – We used canned peas and carrots. However, feel free to use any type of canned or cooked vegetables in this recipe! Broccoli, chopped asparagus, corn, and green beans all work great.
Yogurt Sauce – The yogurt sauce brings everything together in this casserole. You’ll need broth (chicken or turkey), plain yogurt, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Shredded Cheese – Feel free to adjust the amount of shredded cheese to taste!
Whole Wheat Crackers – Crumbled whole wheat crackers add a little bit of crunch to this yummy recipe. Easily make this recipe gluten free by using gluten free crackers instead!
How to Make Turkey Rice Casserole
We’re loving just how easy it is to put this delicious recipe together. Simply put it all together in a casserole dish and bake! Here’s how make Turkey Rice Casserole in 5 easy steps:
1. Mix the cooked Mahatma® Rice (opens in a new tab), turkey, and peas/carrots together in a casserole dish.
2. Whisk the yogurt, broth, and seasoning together to create a creamy sauce.
3. Pour the sauce over the casserole dish along with 1/2 of the cheese and mix.
4. Top the casserole with the remaining cheese and crumbled crackers.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, serve, and enjoy!
Easy Turkey Casserole Tips
- Make the rice the day before for the best texture.
- Spray the casserole dish with a little bit of oil before adding in the ingredients to prevent sticking.
- Store this Turkey Rice Casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or the freezer for up to 3 months!
How to Serve Turkey Casserole with Rice
There are so many delicious ways to enjoy this Turkey Casserole with Rice! Here are a few ideas:
- Pear & Goat Cheese Salad
- Homemade Tomato Soup
- Roasted Asparagus
- Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes
- Roasted Pumpkin Salad
- Crispy Garlic Parmesan Crusted Potatoes
- Potato Leek Soup
- Roasted Chickpea Fall Salad
How to Store Turkey and Rice Casserole
Have leftovers? Here’s how to store this Turkey and Rice Casserole Recipe:
Refrigerator – Let the casserole cool, then place it in an airtight container. Keep it in the fridge for up to 3-4 days!
Freezer – Store this casserole in the freezer for up to 3 months!
More casserole recipes you’ll love
- Healthy Chicken Broccoli Pasta Casserole
- Baked Mixed Vegetable Casserole
- Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Squash Casserole
- Chicken Fajita Casserole
We’re absolutely loving how delicious, hearty, and easy it is to make this yummy Turkey Rice Casserole. Whether you’re looking for a way to use up your leftover turkey or an easy dinner recipe (any time of the year), this recipe is one that everyone will love!
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Leftover Turkey Rice Casserole
Ingredients
- 3 cups Mahatma® Rice (opens in a new tab) (cooked)
- 1 14.5 oz. can peas & carrots
- 2 cups cooked turkey (shredded or cubed)
- 1 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- salt/pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 10 whole wheat crackers (crumbled)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place the cooked rice in a casserole dish.
- Add in the peas and carrots.
- Add in the cooked turkey.
- Mix the rice, vegetables, and turkey together.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the yogurt, broth, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the casserole dish and mix.
- Add 1/2 of the shredded cheese and mix.
- Top the casserole with the remaining cheese and crumbled whole wheat crackers.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes (or until cheese is melted and everything is hot).
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Make the rice the day before for the best texture.
- Spray the casserole dish with a little bit of oil before adding in the ingredients to prevent sticking.
- Store this Turkey Rice Casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or the freezer for up to 3 months!
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what a delicious way to use up my Thanksgiving leftovers. I’ll definitely be using your recipe this year.
I just roasted some turkey last weekend and was looking for something new to try for the left-overs! This is perfect! YUM!
My family all enjoyed this for dinner last night, so moist and easy to make. Thank you
wow, this rice looks so delicious and moreish! I need to make this for me and my family tomorrow for dinner and I know they will love it. I cant wait to try out this recipe, thank you for sharing.
THis is such a great dinner idea for fall. SO cozy and the rice really makes it special. We loved it and will make it again soon.