A scratch sauce of real broth, cream, and grated parmesan turns leftover turkey into something better than the roast it came from, with a splash of sherry for the classic note. Undercook the spaghetti by two minutes, since it keeps drinking sauce in the oven, and toss it with the sauce before baking so no dry clumps form.
By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026
Prep20 min
Cook35 min
Makes8 servings
CuisineAmerican
Cost$$
Contains dairy · gluten
Make it gluten-free: swap in a gluten-free pasta or noodle (check the other labels too).
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for8servings
Cooked turkey
Leftover roast turkey, pulled into bite-size pieces, is the whole point.
Boil the pastaCook the spaghetti two minutes short of the box time and drain; it finishes in the oven.
SauteCook onion and mushrooms in butter until browned and their liquid is gone.
Build the sauceStir in the flour and cook 2 minutes, then whisk in the broth and cream and simmer to a coating sauce; stir in a splash of sherry and half the parmesan.
CombineFold in the turkey, peas, and drained spaghetti, then scrape into a buttered 9x13 dish.
Top and bakeScatter with buttered breadcrumbs and the rest of the parmesan, then bake at 375F for 30 minutes until golden and bubbling.
Can you make Turkey Tetrazzini in an air fryer? — Yes, with an insert
Not on its own — an air fryer can’t hold a pool of liquid. You can simmer it in an oven-safe dish or a silicone insert made to fit the basket, but the broth won’t reduce or brown the way it does on the stove, and that insert comes out scorching, so use oven mitts. For real depth, a pot on the stove wins.
Can you freeze Turkey Tetrazzini? — Yes
Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.
Can you make Turkey Tetrazzini ahead of time? — Yes
Yes — it holds well and often tastes better the next day. Make it ahead and reheat gently before serving.
Is Turkey Tetrazzini gluten-free? — Not as written
Not as written — it contains gluten. Make it gluten-free: swap in a gluten-free pasta or noodle (check the other labels too).
Is Turkey Tetrazzini vegan? — No
No — it contains meat, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.
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