Description
A cozy and comforting casserole featuring ground turkey and broccoli enveloped in a creamy sauce, topped with crunchy panko for added texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups egg pasta
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, diced or grated
- 0.5 cup yellow onion, diced
- 1.5 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1.25 cups milk
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 0.33 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cook the egg pasta in salted water for 2 minutes less than package directions, then drain and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- In a large skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the ground turkey for 5-7 minutes.
- Drain excess fat and transfer turkey to a bowl.
- Melt the butter in the same skillet, sauté onions, broccoli, and carrots for 2-3 minutes, then add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Sprinkle flour over the sautéed vegetables, stir for 1 minute, then gradually pour in chicken broth and milk while whisking.
- Stir in Dijon mustard and thyme, bring to a gentle boil, then let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
- Add cheddar cheese and sour cream to the sauce, stirring until creamy, then mix in the cooked turkey and pasta.
- Pour the mixture into the baking dish, then mix panko and Parmesan in a small bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle over the top.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and sauce is bubbling. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Aim to bring butter and milk to room temperature before using for a smoother sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg