Broccoli, Cheese and Turkey Casserole
- 20 Minutes Prep 50 Minutes Total
- 8 Servings
- 550 Calories per Serving
This easy casserole filled with broccoli, turkey, pasta and cheese is sure to become a family favorite. The buttery bread crumb topping makes a perfect finish for this creamy casserole.
Ingredient List
- 8 oz uncooked penne pasta (from 16-oz box)
- 1 bag (12 oz) frozen broccoli florets in microwavable bag
- 4 cups cubed cooked turkey
- 1 jar (15 oz) Alfredo pasta sauce with cheese
- 2 cups finely shredded Italian cheese blend (8 oz)
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 cup Progresso™ Italian style bread crumbs
Preparation
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cook and drain pasta as directed on box.
- Microwave broccoli in bag on High 4 minutes.
- In large bowl, mix pasta, broccoli, turkey, Alfredo sauce and 1 1/2 cups of the cheese until well blended. Spoon evenly in baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
- In small bowl, mix melted butter and bread crumbs until well mixed. Sprinkle evenly over pasta mixture.
- Bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly around edges and thoroughly heated.
Tips
- Cooked cubed chicken can be substituted for the turkey in this recipe.
- Complete this meal with a nice fresh winter fruit salad.
Nutrition Information
Servings: 8
Serving size: 1 Serving
Amount per serving (Calories ): 550
| Food component / Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 91% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | % Value not available |
| Cholesterol | 120mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 1510mg | 63% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 11% |
| Soluble Fiber | 0g | % Value not available |
| Sugars | 4g | % Value not available |
| Protein | 28g | % Value not available |
| Vitamin D | Value not available | 6% |
| Vitamin E | Value not available | 6% |
| Calcium | Value not available | 35% |
| Iron | Value not available | 10% |
| Potassium | 240mg | 7% |
| Thiamin | Value not available | 20% |
| Riboflavin | Value not available | 20% |
| Niacin | Value not available | 30% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value not available | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value not available | 8% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value not available | 8% |
| Phosphorus | Value not available | 35% |
| Magnesium | Value not available | 10% |
| Zinc | Value not available | 15% |
| Manganese | Value not available | 20% |
| Selenium | Value not available | 60% |
| Copper | Value not available | 6% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||
Exchanges
- Starch 1,
- Fruit 0,
- Other Carbohydrate 1&½,
- Skim Milk 0,
- Low-Fat Milk 0,
- Milk 0,
- Vegetable ½,
- Very Lean Meat 0,
- Lean Meat 2&½,
- Medium-Fat Meat 0,
- High-Fat Meat 1,
- Fat 3,
- Fruits 0c,
- Vegetables ¼c,
- Grains 1oz-eq,
- Meat & Beans 2oz-eq,
- Dairy ½c,
- Fats & Oils 1tsp
Carbohydrate Choice
- Choices per serving2&½
