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    Thanksgiving Dinner Casserole

    Modified: Oct 9, 2024 · Published: Sep 11, 2013 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · 51 Comments

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    This turkey and stuffing casserole combines your favorite Thanksgiving flavors in one easy dish. Thanksgiving Dinner Casserole can be prepared the day before and refrigerated, making it a great dish for those busy days. Don't you just love casserole recipes?

    Be sure to check out our Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole.

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    • Thanksgiving Casserole
    • Easy Casserole Recipes
    • Ingredients For Thanksgiving Dinner Casserole
    • How To Make Thanksgiving Dinner Casserole
    • Tips For Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole
    • FAQs For Thanksgiving Dinner Casserole
    • Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes
    • Top Casserole Essentials
    • Turkey Recipes
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    Thanksgiving Casserole

    This Thanksgiving casserole is perfect for using up leftovers. Another great way to use leftovers are these turkey cranberry sliders. I love how you can make this Thanksgiving casserole any time of the year or use leftover turkey, leftover stuffing, and leftover gravy. It combines all the best elements of Thanksgiving dinner in one casserole!

    Easy Casserole Recipes

    Easy casseroles are go-to solution for busy families because of their sheer convenience and versatility. They can be whipped up in advance, saving precious time on hectic weeknights, and often use just a handful of ingredients that are probably already in your pantry. Here are some of our favorites:

    • Skillet Chicken Alfredo Casserole Recipe
    • Meatball Casserole Recipe
    • Crockpot Ravioli Casserole
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    Ingredients For Thanksgiving Dinner Casserole

    • Margarine or butter - Used to grease the baking dish.
    • Mashed potatoes - Use your favorite recipe for mashed potatoes
    • Stuffing - Box stuffing is fine or any leftovers you happen to have on hand.
    • Turkey - Leftover turkey breast works great here.
    • Turkey gravy - You can use jarred gravy if you don't want to make your own.
    • Dried cranberries - Craisins mimic the flavor or cranberry sauce.

    How To Make Thanksgiving Dinner Casserole

    Prepare a box of stuffing according to the package directions. Prepare mashed potatoes.

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    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 13x9 casserole dish. I love this set from Pyrex. Grease the casserole dish using butter or margarine spread around the pan with your fingers.

    a greased casserole dish.

    Add the mashed potatoes to the casserole dish and spread them out to form an even layer.

    mashed potatoes in baking dish.

    Spread ⅓ cup of gravy over the mashed potatoes.

    mashed potatoes with gravy in a casserole dish.

    Add the chopped turkey to the casserole along with salt and pepper. Spoon another ⅓ cup of gravy over the turkey.

    turkey in a casserole dish.

    Add the stuffing on top of the turkey layer and press it down to make an even layer.

    stuffing in baking dish

    Top with the last ⅓ cup of gravy and ½ cup of dried cranberries. Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees.

    thanksgiving dinner casserole with craisins

    This Turkey and Stuffing casserole is so delicious and each bite feels like a taste of Thanksgiving. It is also a great way to serve up Thanksgiving leftovers.

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    Typically, we use leftover turkey to make turkey sandwiches, but I am so excited to have found a way to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner with this leftover turkey casserole!

    Thanksgiving dinner casserole on yellow plate

    Tips For Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole

    Tip 1: If you make this close to Thanksgiving, use leftover mashed potatoes. If not, you can make your own. Everyone has their way of making mashed potatoes. Use your favorite recipe.

    Tip 2:  Pair this casserole with roasted Brussels sprouts or green beans to complete the meal. Warm dinner rolls are perfect for mopping up any leftover gravy.

    Tip 3: If you don't have dried cranberries, canned cranberry sauce works just as well and adds a touch of sweetness.

    FAQs For Thanksgiving Dinner Casserole

    How do I store this Thanksgiving leftover casserole?

    Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    Can I make this with mashed sweet potatoes instead of mashed potatoes?

    Yes, you certainly can. It just depends on what you have on hand and your own personal taste. Just substitute an equal amount of sweet potatoes for the regular mashed potatoes.

    Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes

    You can turn your Thanksgiving leftovers into delicious new dishes. With leftover turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce on hand, you can whip up a variety of meals. Using these leftovers not only saves money but also reduces food waste. It's a win-win!

    • Leftover Thanksgiving Sliders with Turkey
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    • Leftover Turkey Crescent Roll Recipe

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    Turkey Recipes

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    Thanksgiving Dinner Casserole

    Vicky
    Thanksgiving Dinner Casserole - This turkey and stuffing casserole combines your favorite Thanksgiving flavors in an easy dish.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 50 minutes mins
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 200 kcal

    Equipment

    • 9X13 Casserole Dish

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    Ingredients
      

    • 2 tablespoon Butter or margarine
    • 2 cups mashed potatoes
    • 1 box stuffing mix
    • 10 oz turkey breast chopped
    • 1 cup turkey gravy
    • ½ cup dried cranberries

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 13x9 casserole dish.
    • Prepare a box of stuffing according to the package directions.
    • Prepare mashed potatoes using two potatoes and your favorite mashed potato recipe.
    • Add the mashed potatoes to the casserole dish and spread them out to form an even layer.
    • Spread ⅓ cup of gravy over the mashed potatoes.
    • Add the chopped turkey to the casserole along with salt and pepper.
    • Spoon another ⅓ cup of gravy over the turkey.
    • Add the stuffing on top of the turkey layer and press it down to make an even layer.
    • Top with the last ⅓ cup of gravy and ½ cup of dried cranberries.
    • Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees.

    Notes

    • If you are making this close to Thanksgiving, you can just use leftover mashed potatoes. If not, you can make your own. Everyone has their own way to make mashed potatoes. Use your favorite recipe.
    • This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 13gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 331mgPotassium: 340mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 128IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword baked potato and chicken casserole, Thanksgiving dinner casserole
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    1. Angelica says

      June 12, 2017 at 6:41 pm

      no where did I see how many this casserole serves. If some one knows, please let me know. Thanks.

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        June 14, 2017 at 10:54 am

        6-8 depending on the portion size.

        Reply
    2. Moira Anderson says

      March 10, 2017 at 9:06 am

      Thanks for the great idea. How does this recipe hold up in the freezer? Making a turkey dinner for just my husband and myself means a LOT of Turkey leftovers.

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        March 10, 2017 at 9:19 am

        Hi Moria, Thanks for stopping by. I have never tried freezing it before so I am not sure how it would hold up. My hunch is it would be fine. If you try it, I would love to hear how it works out. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.

        Reply
    3. Wow says

      November 23, 2016 at 7:57 am

      Wow. You really need to rethink the print option...24 pages...

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        November 28, 2016 at 10:31 am

        Sorry to hear that. There is a print option at the bottom of the page where the recipe is listed that will print it out on one page. Hope that helps.

        Reply
    4. Stefanie says

      August 24, 2016 at 5:02 pm

      Looks yummy could you use can cranberry sauce instead? Maybe just add it after its baked? Thanks

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        August 25, 2016 at 1:45 pm

        I haven't tried that Stefanie, but I don't see why that wouldn't work.

        Reply
        • Stefanie says

          August 25, 2016 at 1:48 pm

          Ok thanks , trying it tonight 🙂

        • Gail says

          November 24, 2016 at 8:12 pm

          I am not able to print the recipe for the Turkey dinner casserole...Is their a problem with printing?

        • Vicky says

          November 28, 2016 at 10:34 am

          Hi Gail. There is a print option at the bottom of the page where the recipe is listed that will print it out on one page. Hope this helps.

    5. Val says

      November 23, 2015 at 7:32 pm

      I am going to make this as our Thanksgiving dinner along with some sides, rolls and dessert. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        November 24, 2015 at 12:48 pm

        Hope you love it as much as we do Val. Happy Thanksgiving!

        Reply
        • Val says

          November 26, 2015 at 12:59 pm

          Thanks Vicky. It was delicious. I used already-made tubs of mashed potatoes from the store to make things easier. I sauteed onion and celery to add into the stuffing that I made in the microwave. I cooked a split turkey breast in crockpot the day beforehand to use in this recipe. I made a large dish and then made a smaller dish minus the turkey for my daughter. We had corn, green beans, sweet potatoes and rolls with this, and pie for dessert. The meal was very filling and the whole family loved it.

    6. Amanda says

      November 23, 2015 at 4:14 pm

      Hi Vicky! This looks so good! Can you tell me what size casserole dish you use for this recipe? I may want to make it this Thanksgiving, but need to know how many times I'll need to double the ingredients in order to feed the crowd coming. Thanks in advance!

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        November 24, 2015 at 12:51 pm

        I would probably let the blueberries thaw some so you weren't getting a lot of extra water in the recipe. The recipes is a basic muffin recipe so I think it would also be good with chocolate chips as well. I have never tried that though but it sounds yummy. We recently made these banana muffins with chocolate chips that the kids might enjoy https://www.messforless.net/banana-muffins-with-chocolate-chips

        Reply
      • Vicky says

        November 24, 2015 at 12:53 pm

        I used a 9x13 casserole dish. Happy Thanksgiving!

        Reply
    7. Purpleknits says

      November 19, 2015 at 12:30 pm

      I love this, I did not have potatoes so I used tater tots & can I just say yum!

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        November 20, 2015 at 1:24 pm

        Now that is genius! I will certainly try that variation. Glad you enjoyed it!
        !

        Reply
    8. Sylvia says

      November 18, 2015 at 4:05 pm

      Do You prepare the stuffing First? Or do you add straight from box?

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        November 20, 2015 at 1:26 pm

        Yes, you prepare the stuffing first. Hope you enjoy it!

        Reply
    9. Anita Worstine says

      October 11, 2015 at 8:23 pm

      i'am going to be making this sometime this week .but i will be taking the cranberrys out & using green beans .. Always looking for new casseroles to try ..

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        October 19, 2015 at 12:53 pm

        That sounds like a great variation Anita!

        Reply
        • Anita Worstine says

          October 21, 2015 at 12:52 pm

          ty Vicky just now making this for the 1st time .

    10. Kim says

      October 04, 2015 at 12:59 pm

      Tatar tots instead of making mashed potatoes.

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        October 05, 2015 at 12:20 pm

        That is a great idea Kim! I will have to try that the next time I make this.

        Reply
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