Description
This Easy Turkey Tetrazzini is a comforting baked casserole combining tender spaghetti, creamy mushroom sauce, and savory cooked turkey, topped with melted parmesan and mozzarella cheese. Ready in just 40 minutes, it makes a perfect family-friendly dinner using simple pantry ingredients and leftover turkey.
Ingredients
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Pasta
- 12 ounces uncooked spaghetti
Sauce and Filling
- 2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or chopped
Toppings
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and position the oven rack in the top third for optimal baking.
- Cook Spaghetti: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook for 2 minutes less than package directions, ensuring the pasta stays slightly firm.
- Prepare Sauce Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, chicken broth, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper. Stir in the cooked turkey until evenly mixed.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Drain the pasta well and transfer it to a 9×13 inch casserole dish. Pour the prepared sauce with turkey over the spaghetti and toss gently to coat all noodles evenly. Spread the mixture out in an even layer.
- Add Cheese Toppings: Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the casserole, followed by the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until the casserole is hot and bubbling. For a golden cheese topping, you can broil for an additional few minutes—watch carefully to prevent burning.
Notes
- Using leftover cooked turkey is perfect for this recipe and adds great flavor.
- Condensed cream of mushroom soup can be substituted with cream of chicken soup if desired.
- For a richer flavor, you can add sautéed mushrooms or onions to the sauce mixture before baking.
- To reduce sodium, use low-sodium chicken broth and mushroom soup.
- Keep an eye on the casserole during broiling to prevent the cheese from burning.
