Heart Healthy Turkey Broccoli Casserole

Name: Heart Healthy Turkey Broccoli Casserole
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 12 oz gluten free penne; 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets; 2 Tbsp olive oil; 1 large shallot, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup almond flour; 1 cup unsalted chicken stock; 1 1/2 cups 1% milk; 1 tsp ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp dried sage; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp Kosher salt; 2 Tbsp cornstarch; 1 cup cooked shredded turkey breast; 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese; 1 cup crushed gluten-free corn flakes; 1 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted; Sliced green onion, for garnish

(5.0)

By Adam Fisher

Published 10/9/2023

Dietitian Reviewed: Christina Wright, RD, LDN

Approved for These Diets:

Heart Healthy | Gluten Free | Diabetic | Adventist

If you are looking for heart-healthy comfort food, try our delicious healthy Turkey Broccoli Casserole. It's a low sodium, gluten-free, and diabetic casserole recipe made with lean turkey breast, fiber-rich broccoli, and gluten-free penne in a creamy sauce. it’s perfect for a heart healthy diet. Enjoy this quick and comforting meal for weeknight dinners or any time you crave nutritious comfort food.

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Total Time

45 minutes

Servings

10

Calories

290

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How to Make Turkey Broccoli Casserole

Casserole

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9 x 13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2

Cook the pasta in lightly salted water to al dente according to package directions. During the last 3 minutes of cooking the pasta, add the broccoli florets. Before draining the pasta and broccoli, reserve ½ cup of the pasta water. Drain and transfer the pasta and broccoli to the prepared casserole dish.
Step 3

In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the shallot and cook until it begins to brown and turns translucent. Add the garlic and flour; cook for 1 minute.
Step 4

Add the broth, reserved water and milk while whisking constantly until fully incorporated. Add the cornstarch and stir until completely dissolved. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the sauce begins to thick, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Step 5

Remove from heat. Add the turkey, black pepper, thyme, sage, paprika and salt; stir until well combined. Pour turkey mixture over the pasta and gently stir to combine. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.

Topping

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, combine the corn flakes and butter. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
Step 2

Bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, until casserole is hot and bubbling in the center. Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onion and enjoy immediately.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:

1/2 cup

290

Calories

9

g

Fat

21

mg

Cholesterol

537

mg

Sodium

44

g

Carbs

2

g

Sat. Fat

4

g

Fiber

15

g

Protein

3

g

Sugars

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