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Turkey, Broccoli and Wild Rice Casserole

October 14, 2019 by Nicole 15 Comments

If you’re in need of a new way to jazz up your turkey leftovers, then I have the perfect recipe for you!  This Turkey, Broccoli and Wild Rice Casserole is hearty, delicious and made with some of my families favourite ingredients.   

This recipe and post is sponsored by Turkey Farmers of Canada and I was compensated for my time.  As always, all opinions are my own.

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I’m not entirely sure how this happened so quickly, but guys, it’s October, Thanksgiving was last weekend, and if you’re anything like me, you have a plethora of leftovers.  Instead of worrying about how to use up all those turkey leftovers, slip into your favourite stretchy pants, put your feet up, and keep this recipe in your back pocket.

Leftover turkey is a problem I’m willing to have.  In fact, I don’t see leftover turkey as a problem at all.  I see it as Past Nicole looking out for Future Nicole.  And Future Nicole always wants turkey leftovers.  Repurposing turkey is more rewarding and impressive than the whole roasted bird if you ask me.  Don’t get me wrong, I’m a huge fan of the tradition turkey during the holidays, but it’s the meals you make with leftovers that I’m passionate about.  I will never turn down a turkey sandwich (especially on Winnipeg Rye), and I always look forward to making my curried turkey pot pies, but I’ve been craving something different this year.  

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Turkey is one of those versatile ingredients that can be transformed into just about anything.  One of my favourite combinations is turkey and rice.  It’s simple, wholesome and can take on countless flavours and variations.  To take this classic combo to the next level, I like to use a wild rice blend – that is, wild rice mixed with brown rice, and sometimes other variety such as red rice.  Wild rice has great texture and a wonderful nutty, earthy flavour.  It does, however, take almost twice as long to cook compared to a regular white or brown rice variety.  You can totally cut corners here and use the microwave packets of wild rice, just make sure you have 2.5-3 cups worth of rice in the end.   To accompany the wild rice, I use broccoli and cheese (another classic combination), and turn the whole works into a craveworthy casserole – because who doesn’t love when your whole meal is baked into one dish?!

If you want to make this recipe, but don’t have any leftover turkey kickin’ around, you’ll just need to cook up 1.5 lbs of turkey.  You need to yield about 4 cups of cooked meat once all is said and done.  While you’re at it, you might as well cook up some extra and have it ready and waiting in the freezer – it’s good for up to 3-months, after all. 

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Turkey, Broccoli and Wild Rice Casserole

A great casserole to use up those delicoius turkey leftovers

Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Canadian
Keyword Broccoli, Casserole, Turkey, Wild Rice
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked wild rice blend rinsed - equaled about 2.5 - 3 cups cooked
  • 1 lb broccoli
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup poultry broth
  • 8 oz cheddar cheese grated
  • 4 cups cubed cooked turkey - about 1 lb
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds

Instructions

  1. Cook rice in rice cooker per package directions.
  2. While rice is cooking, move on to the broccoli. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Salt generously. Meanwhile, cut broccoli into 1 inch florets. Peel the stem, and chop into large chunks. Boil for 2-3 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  3. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  4. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Saute onions until soft. Add garlic and dijon to the pan, and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add the flour and whisk until combined. Cook for another 1 minute, whisking constantly.
  6. Slowly add the milk, whisking constantly. Then, add in the broth. Bring to a simmer, whisking constantly, and cook until thickened, about 5 -6 minutes.
  7. Remove from the heat and stir in 1 cup of the cheese.
  8. Stir in cooked wild rice, turkey and broccoli. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  9. Transfer to a 9x9 inch baking dish, and top with remaining cheese. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until bubbly and cheese has melted.

Recipe Notes

TIP: If you want to speed up the process, you can use microwaveable wild rice, just ensure you have between 2.5 and 3 cups of cooked rice.

Filed Under: The Main Course Tagged With: broccoli and cheddar casserole, broccoli and cheese casserole, how to use leftover turkey, turkey casserole, turkey leftovers, wild rice, wild rice and broccoli casserole, wild rice casserole

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  1. Jacqui Debono

    October 16, 2019 at 9:27 am

    5 stars
    We always have so much turkey leftover, this is perfect! Will be keeping this for Christmas.

    Reply
    • mmNicole

      October 17, 2019 at 12:51 pm

      I live for leftover turkey! There are just so many different things you can do with it.

      Reply
  2. Tynia

    October 16, 2019 at 10:27 pm

    5 stars
    Quick and easy meals are the best. I love the cheesiness of this recipe but still having a lot of veggies.

    Reply
    • mmNicole

      October 17, 2019 at 12:50 pm

      We are huge veggie eaters over here! I’ve even made this recipe with broccoli and cauliflower and it’s still equally amazing!

      Reply
  3. Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    October 18, 2019 at 1:33 am

    5 stars
    This is making me SUPER hungry! Your Turkey, Broccoli and Wild Rice Casserole Recipe is just so perfect for family meals. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  4. Analida Braeger

    October 18, 2019 at 8:00 am

    I can’t wait to try this dish! I am a turkey leftover lover to! We make a version of my ethnic dish arroz con pollo with our leftover turkey!

    Reply
  5. Leanne

    October 18, 2019 at 10:17 am

    5 stars
    While all of our turkey leftovers have disappeared from Thanksgiving, I’ve pinned this casserole to make with our Christmas turkey leftovers!

    Reply
  6. Heather

    October 18, 2019 at 12:55 pm

    5 stars
    This is a great recipe for after Thanksgiving! Pinning for later!

    Reply
  7. Tammy

    October 18, 2019 at 1:29 pm

    5 stars
    What a comforting dish and perfect for those turkey leftovers….sounds and looks delicious!

    Reply
  8. Linda

    October 18, 2019 at 2:47 pm

    5 stars
    Now, this is a recipe that makes me exciting for Thanksgiving. Saving this for turkey leftovers next month.

    Reply
  9. Marisa F. Stewart

    October 19, 2019 at 4:26 am

    5 stars
    Normally I don’t want any turkey leftovers but to make this casserole I’m going to have to sneak some back. The combination of wild rice and broccoli along with the turkey and the sauce sounds amazing. I won’t have the family turning up their noses at eating leftovers with this dish.

    Reply
  10. Katherine | Love In My Oven

    October 19, 2019 at 1:47 pm

    5 stars
    Great way to use up those turkey leftovers!!! My Mom used to make a casserole like this and it was so fantastic. I love how cheesy this is!! My kids would gobble it up (broccoli included)!

    Reply
  11. Leslie

    October 20, 2019 at 5:17 pm

    5 stars
    This is so perfect for those Thanksgiving leftovers! I’m loving the cheesy goodness this recipe has to offer! Great recipe here!

    Reply
  12. Bernice Hill

    October 20, 2019 at 11:31 pm

    5 stars
    I’m actually crushed…I have no leftovers to make this casserole with!! We really missed having a turkey dinner this year but it’s WHO you spend Thanksgiving with and not what you’re eating…right? Hmmm, tofurkey is just not the same.
    I love any dish that uses up leftovers and this dish is even better because it’s covered in cheese. Pinning for the next time we do have a turkey.

    Reply
  13. Sara

    October 21, 2019 at 9:26 am

    5 stars
    I really, really love this recipe. We usually have leftover shredded chicken in the fridge, and I feel like that would also be a good substitute! But I LOVE turkey, and this is so perfect to have around after Thanksgiving! i’m really excited to try this out, and think it will easily become a favorite of ours!

    Reply

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