Chef John's Turkey Noodle Casserole

Chef John's delicious turkey noodle casserole recipe includes garam masala, spicy cheese, and bell peppers for a rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced meal.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 457 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
• 1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese
• 1 (10 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 12 ounces egg noodles
• 3 cups cubed skinless cooked turkey
• 5 ounces crushed potato chips
• 0.25 cup chopped green onions
• 0.5 cup diced green bell pepper
• 0.5 cup diced red bell pepper
• 3.5 cups cold milk

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rapid boil. Cook egg noodles at a boil until almost cooked through yet still firm to the bite, about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain.

Step 3

Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook and stir until light golden, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in milk, whisking constantly. Stir in soup, bell peppers, green onions, garam masala, and tarragon; bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes. Off heat, stir in pepper Jack cheese until melted and incorporated.

Step 5

Combine cheese mixture, turkey, and noodles in a large bowl until evenly incorporated; pour into a large casserole dish. Sprinkle chips on top, slightly pressing down with the tines of a fork.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden brown and sauce is bubbling, about 30 minutes.