12 Leftover Turkey Recipes: Easy Ideas for Thanksgiving and Christmas
Wondering what to do with leftover turkey? These easy leftover turkey recipes turn cooked turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas into something new, from soups, sandwiches and salads to cozy casseroles, pot pie and pasta dinners. Whether you have a little leftover turkey breast or enough for a family meal, browse these ideas and choose a recipe that fits the time and ingredients you have.
They’re a handy way to use up holiday leftovers without serving the same plate again, with ideas for both classic comfort food and lighter meals.
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12 Easy Leftover Turkey Recipes
These ideas make it easier to turn Thanksgiving or Christmas turkey into a different meal the next day.
Easy leftover turkey dinners
Leftover Turkey Pot Pie
Bake a pot pie with your leftover Thanksgiving turkey! This recipe makes the perfect post-holiday meal when you still have a house full of family to feed.
Turkey Enchiladas
Delicious turkey enchiladas to add a little spice to your festive season.
Turkey Tetrazzini
Creamy baked Turkey Tetrazzini with chopped turkey, melty mozzarella, peas, and a homemade cream sauce. Make-ahead and freezer-friendly!
Leftover Turkey Tacos
Got leftover roast turkey? Make these easy Leftover Turkey Tacos! Such a delicious and fun way to use up turkey leftovers, and it takes just 20 minutes.
Leftover Turkey Chili Recipe
The easiest way to use leftover turkey meat is to make turkey chili! It's packed with ton of delicious spices and loaded with yummy veggies.
Soup Recipes
Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup
My favorite way to use leftover turkey is to make a delicious pot of turkey noodle soup. Also an excellent way to clean out your fridge!
Turkey Gumbo Recipe
This is the best turkey gumbo ever made with a rich, dark roux and lots of turkey and andouille sausage, perfect for leftover turkey, a comforting favorite.
Casseroles & Bakes
Turkey Noodle Casserole
Try this easy casserole to make the most of your leftover turkey - it's quick to put together with a few simple pantry staples, plus frozen vegetables.
Leftover Turkey Shepherd’s Pie
This easy Leftover Turkey Shepherd's Pie is the perfect way to use up any leftover turkey and mashed potatoes from the holidays!
Salads, Sandwiches & Other Ideas
Turkey Salad
This turkey salad recipe is my favorite way to transform leftover holiday turkey into the most delicious meal. Plus, it's protein-packed!
Leftover Turkey Sandwich
Leftover Turkey with Pistachio Pesto and arugula sandwich is a perfect way to use some of that leftover turkey. This pesto is made with pistachios.
Leftover Turkey Sliders
Don't let holiday leftovers go to waste with Leftover Turkey Sliders with Hawaiian rolls piled high with roast turkey, cranberry sauce, and stuffing!
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