Description
Turkey Tetrazzini with Spinach is a comforting baked pasta dish featuring tender turkey, fresh spinach, and a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with cheesy goodness and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for using up leftover turkey or chicken, this recipe combines rich flavors and a hearty texture for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 oz spaghetti or linguine, cooked al dente
Sauce and Protein
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked turkey (or chicken), shredded
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk or broth
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Cheese and Topping
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: chopped parsley or breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes soft and translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Combine Base: Stir in the shredded cooked turkey and roughly chopped fresh spinach. Add the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and milk or broth. Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir well until the sauce is smooth and the spinach wilts.
- Mix with Pasta: In a large bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti or linguine with the prepared sauce mixture. Add the shredded mozzarella cheese and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Toss everything together gently to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the cheesy, creamy sauce.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Transfer the pasta mixture to the baking dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top, and if desired, add breadcrumbs for extra crunch. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let the dish cool slightly for about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if using, then serve warm as a hearty main course or comforting family dinner.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked chicken for turkey if preferred.
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and low-fat milk or broth.
- To add more texture, sprinkle breadcrumbs mixed with a little melted butter on top before baking.
- Spinach can be replaced with kale or other leafy greens if desired.
- Make sure not to overcook the pasta initially as it will bake longer in the oven.
