Turkey & Stuffing Stuffed Shells with Sweet Potato
A creative way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers, these jumbo pasta shells are stuffed with turkey, stuffing, and sweet potatoes, then baked with cheese and served with warm gravy.
- Prep25 min
- Cook15 min
- Total40 min
- DifficultyEasy
- Servings8
This dish transforms leftover turkey, stuffing, and mashed sweet potatoes into a hearty and satisfying meal. The combination of creamy sweet potatoes, savory turkey, and cheesy stuffing is a crowd-pleaser that's perfect for a post-holiday dinner.
Jumbo pasta shells are the perfect vessel for this flavorful filling, and a sprinkle of Parmesan adds a golden, bubbly crust. Serve with warm turkey gravy for a comforting and delicious meal that feels like a second Thanksgiving.
Ingredients
Servings
Converted amounts are rounded.
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella, cubed turkey, cooked stuffing, and chopped green onions. Mix well.
- In a small bowl, stir together the mashed sweet potatoes and the chili powder (if using).
- Stuff each cooked shell with 2 tablespoons of the turkey-stuffing mixture and then top with 2 teaspoons of the sweet potato mixture.
- Arrange the stuffed shells in a greased 11x7-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15-20 minutes, until heated through and the cheese is melted.
- Serve the stuffed shells warm, with the heated turkey gravy on the side or drizzled over the top.
💡 Tips
- For a crispier top, remove the foil during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- You can use leftover chicken instead of turkey.
- If you don't have turkey gravy, use chicken gravy or a simple béchamel sauce.
Inspired by a recipe from Taste of Home