Turkey and Stuffing Casserole | Freezer Meal Friendly Recipe (2024)

By Karrie on November 30, 2020 | Updated November 30, 2020 | 15 Comments

Dreaming about Thanksgiving leftovers? This easy Turkey and Stuffing Casserole with gravy has all the best parts of Thanksgiving dinner, combined to create your new favorite casserole. So grab a fork, sit back, and enjoy…

On Thanksgiving the turkey was the star of the show, but today it shares the spotlight with cornbread stuffing and turkey gravy. This trio of favorites comes together to create an instant classic.

Let’s face it…after the 2^nd or 3^rd turkey sandwich, your family is getting a little burnt out. Time to flip the script! This easy turkey and stuffing casserole tastes heavenly and puts those Thanksgiving leftovers to good use.

This casserole is popular because of its versatility. A little bit, and you have a snack. A little more, and it’s a side dish. A plateful, and you have a meal.

It’s also a great way to stretch your budget. Just 2 cups of chopped turkey and you have another couple of nights of tasty dinners. When it comes to finishing those Thanksgiving leftovers, it feels like you’re leaving on a high note.

What I love about Turkey and Stuffing Casserole (besides how yummy it tastes!) is that it is 100% freezer-friendly. Just assemble it according to the directions – but instead of cooking it, freeze it for up to 6 months. When the holidays feel like a distant memory, thaw your casserole in the fridge, throw on some Christmas music, then bake ’til it’s ready.

INGREDIENTS – WHAT YOU NEED

• 1-2 cups chopped turkey
• 2 cans condensed cream of chicken soup (or use 2 1/2 cups leftover gravy instead)
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
• Cooked Stuffing Leftovers (or make a new box). You need enough stuffing to form a layer of stuffing in the casserole pan.

HOW TO MAKE TURKEY AND STUFFING CASSEROLE – Step by Step

1. In a medium bowl, hand-mix the chopped turkey with the cream of chicken soup and sour cream.
2. Spoon the turkey mixture into the bottom of 9×13 pan, forming a flat layer.
3. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese on top.
4. Spoon a flat layer of cooked stuffing over the cheese.
5. Bake at 350 degrees (F) for 30 minutes until sauce is bubbling and stuffing is golden and crispy on top!

PRO TIPS/RECIPE NOTES

Freezing Your Casserole: Don’t let the freezer take your favorite baking dish hostage. As you’re freezing your casserole, one simple step frees up your dish for other uses.

Before adding your ingredients, line your baking pan/dish with a single sheet of parchment paper (leaving enough paper to hang over the sides). When your pan is ready, pop it in the freezer for about 1-2 hours until the ingredients are solid.

Remove the pan and lift sides of the parchment paper, pulling out the entire casserole. Transfer the casserole to a separate container and return it to the freezer. Don’t forget to label the container and include the date!

HOW TO THAW YOUR CASSEROLE BEFORE COOKING

Transfer the casserole from the freezer to the fridge, allowing it to thaw for 24 hours. Bake according to the directions, but add an extra 10-15 minutes to your cooking time.

WHAT ELSE CAN YOU DO WITH TURKEY

• Bite into this tasty Turkey Delight
• Create these 10 Best Recipes to Use Up That Thanksgiving Turkey
• Make this California Club Pasta Salad
• Create this Make Ahead Enchilada Casserole
• Make this Turkey Tortilla Salad with Cilantro Dressing

The next time you make this recipe, I would love to see it! Snap a picture and share it with me on Instagram using the hashtag #happymoneysaver and tagging me @happymoneysaver!

This recipe was first posted November 27th, 2010, but has been updated with new photos and better detailed instructions & tips on November 30th, 2020.