Cheesy Turkey Rice Casserole

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This is a wonderful use of leftover turkey or you could even use chicken. You may also want to add potato chips to the top for some crunch.

close up view of Cheesy Turkey Rice Casserole in a glass baking dish, on a white stove
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rice

  • 1 ½ cups chopped cooked turkey

  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk

  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables, thawed

  • ½ cup chopped onion

  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles

  • 2 eggs, beaten

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.

  2. Combine cooked rice, turkey, evaporated milk, Monterey Jack cheese, Cheddar cheese, mixed vegetables, onion, chopped green chiles, eggs, cilantro, and butter in a large bowl, stirring until thoroughly mixed. Pour into prepared casserole dish.

  3. Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is set and top is golden brown, 45 to 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

460 Calories
26g Fat
28g Carbs
29g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 460
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g 34%
Saturated Fat 15g 77%
Cholesterol 159mg 53%
Sodium 607mg 26%
Total Carbohydrate 28g 10%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 29g 57%
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Calcium 478mg 37%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 493mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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