Cheesy Turkey with Pasta

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This is a tasty cheesy pasta dish that's a great way to use leftover turkey. Chicken can also be used instead of turkey.

Submitted by Susan Bailey
Updated on July 14, 2022
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package rigatoni pasta

  • ¼ cup butter

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup turkey stock

  • ½ cup pasta sauce

  • 1 cup water

  • ½ (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

  • 1 teaspoon crushed garlic

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • ⅓ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

  • ⅓ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

  • 1 pound cooked turkey breast, cubed

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

  2. In a large saucepan or deep skillet, melt the butter over low to medium heat; blend in flour. Slowly add turkey stock, pasta sauce, and water. Mix well. Stir in onion soup mix and garlic; season with salt and pepper.

  3. Sprinkle in the Monterey Jack, Cheddar cheese and turkey. Stir until the cheese is melted and the meat is heated through. Spoon sauce over pasta and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

579 Calories
20g Fat
63g Carbs
37g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 579
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g 26%
Saturated Fat 10g 49%
Cholesterol 90mg 30%
Sodium 538mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate 63g 23%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 37g 73%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 149mg 11%
Iron 4mg 21%
Potassium 476mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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