Name: Cheesy Leftover Turkey & Broccoli Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked leftover turkey, shredded or cubed; 3 cups fresh broccoli florets; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 4 oz cream cheese, softened; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 tbsp butter; 1 tsp garlic powder; ½ tsp onion powder; salt and pepper to taste; ¼ cup crumbled bacon (optional); ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Description

A cozy, keto-friendly casserole that transforms holiday turkey leftovers into a creamy, cheesy bake with tender broccoli and a golden crust.

Ingredients

Scale

3 cups cooked leftover turkey, shredded or cubed

3 cups fresh broccoli florets

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup heavy cream

2 tbsp butter

1 tsp garlic powder

½ tsp onion powder

salt and pepper to taste

¼ cup crumbled bacon (optional)

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Blanch broccoli in boiling water for 2–3 minutes, drain, and cool under cold water.

3. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, then whisk in cream cheese, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

4. Stir in half of the cheddar cheese until melted and sauce is pourable.

5. Layer broccoli in the prepared dish, then top with turkey pieces.

6. Pour cheese sauce evenly over turkey and broccoli.

7. Sprinkle remaining cheddar, Parmesan, and bacon (if using) over the top.

8. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

9. Let rest for 5 minutes to set before slicing.

10. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: casserole
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup

Keywords: cheesy leftover turkey, keto casserole, turkey recipes, leftover meals, broccoli bake, comfort food, low carb turkey, family dinner