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    Home » Family Dinners » 21 Easy Leftover Turkey Recipes

    Published: Oct 16, 2020 · Modified: Oct 11, 2022 by Marianne Rogerson · This post may contain affiliate links.

    21 Easy Leftover Turkey Recipes

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    Looking for some leftover turkey recipes to use up that leftover Thanksgiving turkey? We've got you covered with these 21 leftover turkey meals.

    I don't know about you, but every year we buy a turkey that is way too big for our family, and so we are always looking for leftover turkey ideas. But isn't that half the fun of holiday season?

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    I grew up eating leftover Turkey sandwiches, soup, curry, rissoles, chili... the options for what to do with leftover turkey are always endless!

    I've already shared two of our favorite leftover turkey dishes with you: Our Leftover Turkey Curry and Leftover Turkey Chili. But here I share some other fabulous ideas for leftover turkey from my fellow food bloggers.

    Also make sure to check out our article about the best Leftover Roast Chicken Recipes for even more ideas. Whatever recipe you choose, don't forget to make a bone broth with the leftover turkey carcass!

    So without further ado - here are 21 of the best leftover turkey recipes, according to some top food bloggers.

    Leftover Turkey Recipes

    1

    Leftover Turkey Curry

    This leftover turkey curry recipe is easy and delicious and perfect for spicing up that leftover turkey dinner.

    2

    Leftover Turkey Chili

    A delicious Mexican twist to Thanksgiving leftovers, this leftover turkey chili can be used on nachos, burrito bowls, tacos and more.

    3

    Leftover Turkey Pot Pie

    Photo Credit: www.wenthere8this.com

    A flaky pie crust, crumbled bacon, diced turkey and vegetables are all mixed up in a delicious creamy gravy for this leftover turkey pot pie.

    4

    Leftover Roast Turkey Frittata 

    Photo Credit: fussfreeflavours.com

    This rich and delicious Italian-style leftover roast turkey frittata is perfect for picnics and pack lunches, or for a light lunch with salad.

    5

    Leftover Turkey Quesadillas with Black Beans

    Photo Credit: www.babaganosh.org

    Using just 4 ingredients, this recipe for leftover turkey quesadillas is quick and easy and perfect for when you've used up all your cooking energy.

    6

    Turkey Casserole

    Photo Credit: www.theanthonykitchen.com

    Quick and easy cream of mushroom sauce, chopped turkey, pasta, and peas come together in this creamy and comforting turkey casserole with noodles.

    7

    Hearty Turkey Stew

    Photo Credit: vikalinka.com

    This hearty turkey stew made with leftover turkey, bacon, leeks, carrots and potatoes is the perfect comfort food for cold nights.

    8

    Turkey, Stuffing and Cranberry Sausage Rolls

    Photo Credit: culinaryginger.com

    A little savory, a little sweet, these turkey, stuffing and cranberry sausage rolls have all the flavors of a holiday dinner in a flaky puff pastry roll.

    9

    Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup

    Photo Credit: thehungrybluebird.com

    This good old-fashioned turkey noodle soup uses up all your Thanksgiving turkey leftovers, carcass and all.

    10

    Leftover Turkey Pizza

    Photo Credit: www.upstateramblings.com

    Skip takeout and create your own gourmet pizza using leftover turkey for a quick and easy family dinner.

    11

    Homemade Turkey Tetrazzini

    Photo Credit: www.thatskinnychickcanbake.com

    With its chunks of turkey, peas, sauteed mushrooms, and a luscious cream sauce, this is the perfect comfort dish for Thanksgiving leftovers.

    12

    Turkey Chowder With Sweetcorn

    Photo Credit: www.greedygourmet.com

    Tackle the cold weather with a warm leftover turkey chowder. Taking just 30 minutes to make, you will have a delicious and nutritious meal in no time.

    13

    Thanksgiving Leftover Hand Pies

    Photo Credit: www.upstateramblings.com

    Combining turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce and gravy, these cute Thanksgiving leftover hand pies are an easy way to use up your holiday leftovers.

    14

    Leftover Turkey Breast Crostini with Brie and Cranberry Sauce

    Photo Credit: bitesizedkitchen.com

    This easy turkey crostini recipe is made with ALL leftovers including brie and cranberry sauce! Perfect for a late holiday celebration.

    15

    Turkey Florentine Lasagna

    Photo Credit: quichemygrits.com

    Turkey Florentine Lasagna is an easy way to eat your veggies for the day. It’s simple, quick, and a healthy lasagna filled with cheesy goodness.

    16

    Leftover Turkey Stroganoff 

    Photo Credit: bakeitwithlove.com

    Bite size chunks of turkey are combined with earthy toned mushrooms for a lighter take on the classic beef dish in this leftover turkey stroganoff

    17

    Leftover Turkey Tacos

    Photo Credit: thishealthytable.com

    Spicy and delicious with the creaminess of cheese and the smoky and tangy flavor of the salsa, these leftover turkey tacos are the perfect midweek meal.

    18

    Turkey, Cranberry & Brie Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

    Photo Credit: www.zestandsimmer.com

    A sandwich is the classic way to use up leftover turkey, and this one combines all the traditional flavors of Thanksgiving, combined with lots of gooey brie cheese.

    19

    Leftover Turkey Pasta Bake with Ham and Cheese

    Photo Credit: www.kitchensanctuary.com

    Use up those holiday turkey leftovers with this fantastic turkey pasta bake, which also uses the ham and cheese from your party cheese board.

    20

    Leftover Turkey Tamale Pie 

    Photo Credit: www.chiselandfork.com

    Loaded with leftover turkey and gravy, this delicious turkey tamale pie is complemented with homemade cornbread.

    21

    Aguadito de Pavo: Peruvian Turkey Rice Soup with Cilantro

    Photo Credit: eatatourtable.com

    Using leftover turkey, veggies and rice in a cilantro broth, this one pot soup is full of flavor, with just a hint of spice.

    Love Leftovers? You may also like these recipes:

    • Leftover Lamb Biryani
    • Leftover Chicken Curry
    • Leftover Chicken Pasta Bake
    • Leftover Lamb Ragu
    • Leftover Chicken Chili
    • Leftover Chicken Soup
    • Mac & Cheese Bites
    • Leftover Turkey Curry
    • Leftover Turkey Chili
    • Bolognese Pasta Bake

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