Thanksgiving Dinner Casserole is a quick, simple way to enjoy the cozy flavors of Thanksgiving any time of year. This easy casserole is family-friendly and comes together in about 30 minutes.
This post was created in partnership with On-Cor. The opinions and text are my own.
At the holidays my schedule fills up fast. Between work, shopping, school activities and volunteer duties, full-on meal planning can feel overwhelming. I still want to feed my family well, but I don’t always have the time or energy to prepare an elaborate dinner.
That’s where shortcuts that still taste like the holidays come in handy. This Thanksgiving Dinner Casserole layers familiar components—stuffing, turkey with gravy, peas, and mashed potatoes—into a single, comforting dish that’s ready in about half an hour. It’s a lifesaver on busy evenings when you want a hearty, satisfying meal without a lot of fuss.
I discovered On-Cor’s Gravy & Sliced White Meat Turkey in the frozen section and it inspired a streamlined casserole that brings together the best parts of a Thanksgiving plate. Because the entrée is fully cooked and includes gravy, it significantly reduces prep time while delivering classic turkey-and-gravy flavor.
THANKSGIVING DINNER CASSEROLE
I usually make a full Thanksgiving spread once a year, but my family loves those flavors year-round. This casserole lets me recreate the comfort of the holiday meal without spending all day in the kitchen. It’s ideal for weeknights, potlucks, or when you want a familiar, crowd-pleasing dinner without extra effort.
To keep the recipe simple, use a boxed stuffing mix if you like—no need to pull out complicated stuffing recipes when time is short. The casserole is flexible: use homemade or store-bought mashed potatoes, fresh or thawed frozen peas, and a convenient cooked turkey entrée with gravy.
HOW TO MAKE AN EASY THANKSGIVING CASSEROLE
This casserole is built in layers and is forgiving, so it’s great for busy cooks. Start with a base of stuffing, then add the sliced turkey and peas, spoon a little gravy over the layers, and finish with mashed potatoes. If you prefer, stir peas into the mashed potatoes before spreading them on top.
Because the turkey entrée is fully cooked, assembly takes only a few minutes. The oven does the rest while you finish a few chores, help with homework, or set the table. The result is a warm, filling dish that tastes like Thanksgiving and satisfies hungry kids and adults alike.
Easy Thanksgiving Casserole
By: Jamie
Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 30 mins | Total: 45 mins | Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 package On-Cor Gravy & Sliced White Meat Turkey (fully cooked)
- 2 1/2 cups cooked stuffing (boxed or homemade)
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray a large casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Heat the On-Cor Gravy & Sliced White Meat Turkey in the microwave following package directions. Let stand 1–2 minutes, then remove carefully and slice the turkey into bite-size pieces.
- Spread the cooked stuffing evenly across the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
- Layer the sliced turkey over the stuffing, then add the thawed peas.
- Spoon about 2/3 cup of the gravy over the stuffing, turkey, and peas. Reserve the remaining gravy for serving.
- Spread the mashed potatoes over the turkey layer, smoothing to cover the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the potato top begins to lightly brown and the casserole is heated through.
- Serve hot with the reserved gravy on the side.
This casserole is an easy way to bring the warmth and flavors of Thanksgiving to any weeknight. It’s flexible, practical, and perfect for busy seasons when you still want a comforting, family-approved meal.
This post was created in partnership with On-Cor. The opinions and text are my own.
