Best 8 Cheesy Turkey With Pasta Recipes

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Cheesy turkey with pasta can be a quick and easy meal that's great for busy weeknights. It combines the protein-packed goodness of turkey with rich, melted cheese and the comforting texture of pasta. Whether you're looking for a one-pot meal, a simple casserole, or a delightful baked dish, there are plenty of recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. With so many variations to choose from, you're sure to find a recipe that suits your tastes and preferences, making cheesy turkey with pasta a versatile and delicious meal option.

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TURKEY SPAGHETTI



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Leftover turkey gets transformed into a bubbling, cheesy pasta casserole with just enough kick from pickled jalapenos.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for buttering the pan
8 ounces spaghetti
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 scallions, sliced (green and white parts kept separate)
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
4 cups shredded cooked turkey
1 to 2 tablespoons sliced pickled jalapenos, chopped, plus 1 tablespoon brine
1 medium tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and then rinse. Shake off any excess water and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the cumin, scallion whites and garlic and cook, stirring, until soft, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour and cook, stirring, until completely absorbed, about 1 minute. Add the milk, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, stirring, until the sauce is heated through, steaming and thickened slightly, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and add small handfuls of half of each cheese, stirring to melt after each addition.
  • Stir in the turkey, pickled jalapenos, brine and tomatoes. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the sauce over the cooked spaghetti, using a wooden spoon or rubber spatula to evenly distribute the turkey into the pasta. Sprinkle the top with the remaining cheeses. Bake, uncovered, until melted and bubbly, 25 to 30 minutes. Sprinkle with the scallion greens.

CHEESY TURKEY WITH PASTA



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This is a tasty cheesy pasta dish that's a great way to use leftover turkey. Chicken can also be used instead of turkey.

Provided by SUSANBAILEY

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Breasts

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package rigatoni pasta
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup turkey stock
½ cup pasta sauce
1 cup water
½ (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
salt and pepper to taste
⅓ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
⅓ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 pound cooked turkey breast, cubed

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large saucepan or deep skillet, melt the butter over low to medium heat; blend in flour. Slowly add turkey stock, pasta sauce, and water. Mix well. Stir in onion soup mix and garlic; season with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle in the Monterey Jack, Cheddar cheese and turkey. Stir until the cheese is melted and the meat is heated through. Spoon sauce over pasta and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.3 calories, Carbohydrate 63.1 g, Cholesterol 90.4 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 36.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 537.9 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

CHEDDAR TURKEY CASSEROLE



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This recipe comes with lots of mass appeal, thanks to its cheesy sauce. Pasta, veggies and leftover turkey combine to create a filling meal. -Steve Foy, Kirkwood, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups 2% milk
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups cubed cooked turkey
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1/2 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute garlic in butter until tender. Stir in flour, salt, mustard, thyme and pepper. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in cheese until melted. Drain pasta; place in a large bowl. Toss with turkey, vegetables and cheese sauce. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake, uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until heated through.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513 calories, Fat 23g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 703mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

CHEESY TURKEY SKILLET



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Transform your leftover turkey into a totally different meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups hot water
1 box Hamburger Helper™ cheeseburger macaroni
2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups chopped cooked turkey
3 cups chopped fresh spinach
1/4 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, add hot water and sauce mix (from Hamburger Helper™ box); stir to combine. Stir in milk, uncooked pasta (from Hamburger Helper™ box) and pepper flakes. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in turkey and spinach; cover and simmer 5 to 6 minutes or until pasta is tender. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in sour cream; top with cheese. Cover and let stand about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 860 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

FOUR-CHEESE TURKEY PASTA BAKE



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Leftover turkey combines with penne and cheeses to make a classic comfort food. The pasta bake works with chicken, shrimp or beef, too.-Mary Cokenour, Monticello, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 ounces uncooked penne
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened and cubed
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup 2% milk
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast
TOPPING:
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Cook penne according to package directions. Drain; set aside., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onion in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes longer. Add the soup, cream cheese, cream and milk; cook and stir just until cream cheese is melted. Stir in the mushrooms, cheeses and spices; cook just until cheeses are melted. Add turkey and penne; heat through., Transfer to a greased 2-1/2 qt. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over pasta mixture. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 752 calories, Fat 48g fat (28g saturated fat), Cholesterol 185mg cholesterol, Sodium 1026mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

CHEESY CHICKEN (OR TURKEY) PASTA WITH CAULIFLOWER



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A healthful weeknight meal with some of my favorite components! From EatingWell.com. You can also use cooked turkey in place of the chicken. Hello, Thanksgiving leftovers!

Provided by Julia Lynn

Categories     Penne

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces whole wheat penne
2 cups cauliflower, in 1/2 in florets
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 cups low-fat milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup swiss cheese, shredded (or Gruyere)
3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (or scallion greens)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 5 minutes. Add cauliflower florets and cook until the pasta and florets are tender, about 4 minutes more. Drain, rinse, and return to the pot.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add wine and cook until reduced slightly, about 1 minute. Whisk milk, flour, salt, and pepper together in a medium bowl and add to the pan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheese until smooth. Stir chicken (or turkey) and mustard into the cheese sauce; cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir the sauce into the drained pasta and cauliflower. Serve sprinkled with chives (or scallion greens).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433.8, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 75.2, Sodium 455.4, Carbohydrate 42.3, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 8.2, Protein 33.3

CHEESY TURKEY CASSEROLE



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I came up with this recipe as a result of needing to do something with all the leftover thanksgiving turkey and also having not made it to the store for a while and so ingredients were just what I had on hand. It is very easy! It would be great with some celery or maybe peas added as well.

Provided by CulinaryExplorer

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 ounces tri-color spiral pasta (cooked and drained)
12 ounces cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
3/4 evaporated milk
1/2 small onion
4 ounces mushrooms
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 pinch salt
1 pinch parsley
1 pinch poultry seasoning
1 pinch sage
1 pinch garlic
1 pinch celery seed
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese (grated)
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese (grated)
1 -1 1/2 cup turkey (torn up, I used white meat)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions on box.
  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Mix all ingredients in a casserole dish reserving about a half cup of cheese. It also works best to add the noodles last.
  • Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 619, Fat 34.2, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 67.6, Sodium 1170.5, Carbohydrate 53.7, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4.7, Protein 24

TURKEY & CHEESE PASTA BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: bacon, water, white onion, fresh thyme, whole milk, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, kosher salt, colby jack cheese, parmesan cheese, Charter Reserve® Goldenroast Special Recipe Turkey Breast, frozen broccoli, penne pasta, panko breadcrumbs, unsalted butter, fresh parsley

Provided by Charter Reserve

Categories     Dinner

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb bacon
2 tablespoons water
½ white onion, diced small
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 cup whole milk
1 can cream of chicken soup, 8 ounce (225 G)
1 can cream of mushroom soup, 8 ounce (225 G)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
3 cups colby jack cheese, divided and grated
½ cup parmesan cheese, divided and grated
1 lb Charter Reserve® Goldenroast Special Recipe Turkey Breast, deli,sliced, cut into 1/2 in (1.2 cm) pieces
1 bag frozen broccoli, 14 ounce (395 G)
1 lb penne pasta, cooked for 2 minutes less than package instructions
½ cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 9" X 13" (22x33 cm) pan with cooking spray and set aside.
  • In a medium skillet over high heat, add bacon and water. Cook, stirring every 2 minutes until bacon is crispy (about 10 minutes). Once the bacon is crispy, remove it from the pan using a slotted spoon and set aside. Leave bacon fat in the skillet.
  • In the skillet with the remaining bacon fat, add the onion and sauté for 3 minutes until softened. Remove from heat.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix together bacon, onion, thyme, whole milk, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, kosher salt, 2 cups (200 G) of Colby-Jack cheese, and a ¼ cup (25 G) grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Add in Charter Reserve® Goldenroast Special Recipe Turkey Breast, frozen broccoli, and cooked penne, mixing to coat everything evenly with the cheese and soup mixture.
  • Pour half the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth with a spatula. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of Colby-Jack cheese. Add the rest of the pasta on top.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the panko bread crumbs, melted butter, and remaining ¼ cup (25 G) of Parmesan cheese and sprinkle evenly on top of the pasta mixture.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and bread crumbs are golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven. Let cool for 5 minutes before garnishing with parsley and serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 802 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 56 grams, Sugar 4 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your dish.
  • Don't overcook the turkey. Turkey can easily become dry and tough if it's overcooked. Cook it just until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a flavorful cheese. The cheese is one of the key ingredients in this dish, so make sure to use one that has a lot of flavor. Cheddar, Parmesan, and Gruyère are all good choices.
  • Add some vegetables. Vegetables will help to add some color and nutrition to your dish. Broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers are all good choices.
  • Serve immediately. This dish is best served immediately after it's made. The pasta will start to absorb the sauce and become mushy if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This cheesy turkey with pasta is a quick, easy, and delicious weeknight meal. It's perfect for busy families or anyone who is looking for a tasty and satisfying meal. With its creamy sauce, tender turkey, and al dente pasta, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new dinner idea, give this cheesy turkey with pasta a try.

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