Thanksgiving might come once a year, but who says you can’t enjoy the flavors of this festive season more often? Thanks to some creative ideas from Knorr, you can bring the essence of Thanksgiving to your dinner table any day with the Everyday Thanksgiving Casserole. This hearty and delicious recipe encapsulates all the traditional tastes of the holiday in one easy-to-make dish that is sure to delight your family and friends.
**Ingredients:**
– 1 package Knorr® Rice Sides™ – Chicken flavor
– 2 cups cooked, diced turkey breast
– 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, and corn work well)
– 1 can (10.75 oz) cream of mushroom soup
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1/2 cup dried cranberries
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
– 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (optional)
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
**Instructions:**
1. **Preheat your oven** to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. **Prepare the Knorr Rice Sides** according to package instructions. While it cooks, you can use this time to dice your cooked turkey breast if you haven’t done so already.
3. **In a large mixing bowl**, combine the cooked rice, diced turkey, mixed vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, milk, dried cranberries, and black pepper. Stir until everything is evenly mixed.
4. **Transfer this mixture into a greased baking dish**, preferably around 9×13 inches. Spread it out evenly.
5. **Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese** over the top of the casserole mixture. If you like a crispy topping, add breadcrumbs over the cheese layer for added texture.
6. **Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes**, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
7. Before serving, let the casserole sit for a few minutes; then sprinkle fresh parsley over it as garnish if desired.
This Everyday Thanksgiving Casserole is not only comforting but also incredibly versatile. It’s perfect for using up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or making use of that extra cooked chicken from other meals. Additionally, it offers an excellent way to incorporate vegetables into your meal in an enticing manner that even children will love.
The combination of savory poultry with creamy soup and melted cheese punctuated by sweet cranberries offers a perfect taste balance that brings together all elements of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner without hours in the kitchen.
Whether it’s October or April these familiar flavors are always welcome at dinner tables across many households Now thanks to Knorr this comfort food classic is simpler than ever making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when you’re craving something special without too much fuss Enjoy every bite as if it’s part of a grand celebration no matter what time of year