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Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole

A comforting casserole perfect for using up holiday leftovers, combining turkey, stuffing, and creamy mashed potatoes into a hearty meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Casserole, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the mashed potatoes
  • 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup sour cream, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the turkey layer
  • 4 cups cooked turkey, cubed
  • 2 cans condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted (10.75 ounces each)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
For the stuffing base
  • 6 cups stuffing cubes, unseasoned
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
  • 1 cup chicken broth
For the topping
  • 1-1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Boil the potato chunks in a large pot of water over high heat for 12 to 15 minutes until tender.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine stuffing cubes, poultry seasoning, and rubbed sage. Pour in chicken broth and stir until evenly distributed.
  4. Spread the stuffing mixture evenly in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. In another bowl, mix cubed turkey, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, and 1/4 cup sour cream until well combined. Spoon over the stuffing layer.
  6. Drain the cooked potatoes, then mash them in a bowl. Mix in softened cream cheese, pepper, salt, and remaining sour cream until smooth.
  7. Spread the mashed potato mixture over the turkey layer in the baking dish and smooth it out with a spatula.
  8. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
Baking
  1. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are golden.
  2. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to one month. Portion for easier thawing, and always label containers with the date.