Turkey Rice Casserole

Turkey Rice Casserole is a comforting, baked one-dish meal popular in American home cooking, especially during the holidays or as a way to use leftovers. It typically combines cooked turkey, rice, a creamy soup-based sauce (like cream of mushroom or chicken), and often mixed vegetables such as peas or carrots, all topped with a crunchy or cheesy layer.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in protein from the turkey and can be high in carbohydrates from the rice, with a moderate to high fat content depending on the sauce and cheese used. A standard serving provides a good source of B vitamins and selenium from the turkey, and a rough calorie estimate is between 350-500 calories per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	680 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Phosphorus	320 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Zinc	4 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	120 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a classic example of mid-20th century American 'hotdish' or casserole cooking, which emphasizes convenience, heartiness, and using pantry staples. Nutritionally, it's interesting as a complete meal in one dish, though its profile can shift significantly from a balanced plate to a more indulgent comfort food based on specific recipe choices.