Chopstick Turkey Casserole 🦃

Description:

Looking for a fantastic way to reinvent that leftover turkey? Look no further than this delightful recipe for Chopstick Turkey Casserole! 🍽️ Originating from an old newspaper in Toronto – The Evening Telegram, printed over 30 years ago, this dish brings together the comforting flavors of tender turkey, sweet mandarin oranges, crunchy celery, and aromatic onion, all enveloped in a creamy mushroom sauce and topped with crispy noodles. It’s a Canadian classic that’s sure to become a family favorite! 🇨🇦

Recipe Information:

Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Recipe Category: Chicken
Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Canadian, < 60 Mins, Oven

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: 226.2
Fat Content: 14.1g
Saturated Fat Content: 2.3g
Cholesterol Content: 0mg
Sodium Content: 525.3mg
Carbohydrate Content: 22.9g
Fiber Content: 3.1g
Sugar Content: 8.2g
Protein Content: 4.9g

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups leftover turkey, cut into bite-size chunks
1 can (about 10 ounces) mushroom soup
1 can (about 11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained (reserve 1/2 cup of the syrup)
1 cup celery, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup nuts (your choice), chopped
1/2 package of chow mein noodles

Instructions:

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350-375°F (175-190°C). 🌡️
Prepare Ingredients: Begin by cutting the leftover turkey into bite-size chunks. Drain the mandarin oranges, reserving 1/2 cup of the syrup. Finely chop the celery and onion, and chop the nuts of your choice.
Prepare Mushroom Soup: In a mixing bowl, beat the mushroom soup until smooth. Then, blend in 1/4 cup of the reserved mandarin orange syrup.
Combine Ingredients: Add the bite-size turkey chunks, drained mandarin oranges, finely chopped celery, onion, and chopped nuts to the mushroom soup mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture into a buttered baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Top with Noodles: Sprinkle the top of the casserole with the remaining chow mein noodles, ensuring an even layer.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the noodles are golden brown and crispy.
Serve: Once done, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Then, serve this delicious Chopstick Turkey Casserole hot and enjoy the delightful flavors! 🍲

Notes:

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or using different types of nuts for added texture and flavor.
This casserole can also be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking. Simply cover it tightly with foil or plastic wrap until you’re ready to bake it.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave before serving for a quick and easy meal.