Easy Pimento Cheese Turkey Burger Biscuit Bake Tips, FAQ & printable recipe

Tips for success

To achieve an extra golden crust on the biscuits, consider brushing the tops with a small amount of melted butter or milk before placing the dish into the oven.

This creates a beautiful sheen and adds a touch of richness that complements the savory turkey and cheddar cheese components.

If the biscuits are browning too quickly before the center is cooked, loosely tent the baking dish with a piece of aluminum foil for the final ten minutes of baking.

This protects the top while allowing the heat to continue cooking the turkey and thickening the sauce beneath the biscuit layer.

Variations

• Spicy Turkey Bake: Add a teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the turkey layer and use pepper jack cheese in place of the sharp cheddar for a spicy, bold flavor profile.
• Herbed Biscuit Bake: Toss the quartered biscuit dough with a tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley or chives before arranging them on top to add a fresh, aromatic finish to the dish.

Storage and make-ahead

Fridge

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer

Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.

Reheat

Reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through or in the microwave.

Allow any leftovers to cool completely at room temperature for no more than two hours before transferring them to an airtight container.

Keep the container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness. For longer storage, the dish can be partitioned into smaller portions for easier reheating later in the week.

While this dish is best served fresh, the components can be prepared in advance. Keep the raw turkey base and sauce refrigerated separately from the biscuit dough.

When ready to bake, assemble the dish by topping the base with the biscuit pieces and fresh cheese, then proceed immediately to the oven.

Serving ideas

Serve this dish warm, directly from the baking dish for a rustic presentation. It pairs exceptionally well with a side of steamed green vegetables or a crisp garden salad to balance the richness of the pimento cheese sauce and the hearty texture of the baked biscuit dough.

When serving, use a large spoon to ensure each portion includes a generous scoop of the turkey, the creamy cheese sauce, and the golden biscuit topping. The combination of textures makes it a complete meal that requires little else to satisfy a hungry crowd at the dinner table.

Frequently asked questions

Recipe card

Easy Pimento Cheese Turkey Burger Biscuit Bake

Prep 15 minCook 35 minRest 5 minTotal 55 minServes 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 2 oz diced pimentos
• 1 cup cheddar cheese sauce
• 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough, quartered
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In the baking dish, spread the raw ground turkey evenly across the bottom. Sprinkle the diced pimentos over the turkey. Ensure the turkey is in a thin, even layer to promote consistent cooking throughout the dish.
2. Pour the cheddar cheese sauce evenly over the turkey and pimentos. Take the refrigerated biscuit dough, cut each biscuit into quarters, and arrange the pieces on top of the sauce. Scatter the shredded sharp cheddar cheese between the biscuit pieces.
3. Place the baking dish into the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 35 minutes or until the biscuit pieces are golden brown and the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Contains: gluten, milk

Estimated nutrition per serving

Calories

420

Protein

22 g

Carbohydrates

35 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

1 g

Sugar

3 g

Sodium

850 mg

Automatic estimate from the ingredient list, not laboratory-verified.