GROUND TURKEY AND RICE CASSEROLE

Ground Turkey and Rice Casserole image

Provided by Mikekey *

Time 1h50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
1 lb ground turkey
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp italian seasoning
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 c diced white onion
8 oz sliced fresh cremini mushrooms
5 oz fresh spinach leaves, chopped
1 c raw white rice
2 can(s) (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1 c shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 c chicken broth

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350F. Coat a deep 2 qt. casserole or baking dish with nonstick olive oil spray.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet and brown ground turkey until pink starts to disappear. Season with salt and pepper, garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Drain and place in prepared baking dish.
3. Heat remaining oil in skillet and add onions; sauce until just soft, Add mushrooms and sauce until juices start to evaporate. Add spinach and sauté and just wilted.
4. Add veggie mix to meat and add raw rice. Stir in mushroom soup and grated cheddar; stir until well mixed.
5. Add broth and stir. Cover with foil and bake 1 1/2 hours, or until rice is done.
6. If desired, remove foil last 10 minutes and add more shredded cheese, baking until it is melted.