We have over 50 delicious and easy leftover turkey recipes that the entire family will love. These recipes are so amazing that everyone will look forward to the week after Thanksgiving to enjoy these tasty dinner ideas.
Leftover turkey recipes
Don’t you just love turkey leftovers? I know we do!
However, after about three turkey sandwiches, it starts to get a little old. Just in case you end up in the same boat after Thanksgiving, we have rounded up over 50 leftover turkey recipes that we think you’ll enjoy.
What to do with leftover turkey?
So, when you have had enough of turkey sandwiches, why don’t you give these turkey leftovers recipes a try? Everyone will love these recipes.
From turkey casserole to turkey to turkey soup and more, these leftover thanksgiving turkey recipes will be a hit with the entire family.
How long is leftover turkey good for in the fridge?
Yes, you can. It is good for 2-6 months in the freezer.
Let’s get started with these 50+ Leftover Turkey Recipes:
Leftover turkey recipes slow cooker
1. Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
Crock Pot Chicken Pot Pie makes dinner time a breeze thanks to the ease of the slow cooker and you can easily use leftover turkey. Enjoy delicious dumplings with hardly any effort at all and get dinner on the table fast! Get the recipe here.
2. Crockpot Salsa Chicken
You only need 4 ingredients for this easy meal. Plus, you can serve this simple recipe on rice, tortillas or eat it on its own. See the recipe here.
3. Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup
Let the crock pot do all the work in this easy soup. Turn leftover turkey into a delicious soup. Get the recipe here.
4. Crockpot Chicken Pot Pie
This recipe gives my entire family all of the joys of delicious comfort food without all the work. I know your family will love this best chicken pot pie crock pot recipe here.
5. Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup
This recipe is the absolute best comfort food and it is so simple to make in the slow cooker. The recipe here can feed a crowd and it is so easy on the budget while tasting incredible.
6. Crockpot White Chicken Chili
Try this twist on traditional chili and use leftover turkey. This White Chicken Chili recipe here is so easy and tastes amazing.
7. Crockpot Italian Chicken Soup
This delicious soup will be a tasty and easy meal idea. Crock Pot Italian Chicken Soup Recipe is hearty, filling and healthy. Find the recipe here.
8. Slow Cooker Turkey and Stuffing Dumpling Soup
Turn leftover turkey and stuffing into the best dumpling soup. This is a great way to use up turkey stuffing. Try the recipe here.
9. Crockpot Chicken and Vegetable Soup
This light soup is so flavorful and a great way to use leftover turkey. You can toss together this soup in minutes for a great meal. Get the recipe here.
One Pot turkey recipes
10. Ground Turkey Chili
Not only is this turkey chili delicious but it is a great way to hide extra veggies. Your family will love this hearty and delicious chili recipe here.
11. Turkey Noodle Soup
This is such a classic recipe and so easy to prepare. If you are looking for comfort food, this soup is a must try. Get the recipe here.
12. How to Make Chicken Stock
Skip the store bought chicken broth and make this easy chicken stock from scratch. The flavor is so rich and amazing and it is so simple to make. See the recipe here.
13. Turkey Noodle Soup
Lots of veggies and shredded turkey come together for a savory soup everyone will enjoy. Find the recipe here.
14. One Pot Tex-Mex Chicken Chili
Try this one pot meal that makes dinner a breeze. If you love classic chili, your family will love this Tex Mex twist. Get the recipe here.
15. White Chicken Taco Chili
This soup combines everything you love about chili and taco soup into one amazing dinner idea. Get the recipe here.
16. Creamy Turkey Soup
Each bite is so creamy and delicious that your family will go crazy over this soup. See the recipe here.
17. Buffalo Chicken Wing Soup Recipe
If you love all things buffalo flavor, you are going to love this soup recipe. Give the recipe here a try!
18. Turkey Gumbo
Learn how to make turkey stock and this delicious gumbo. Find the recipe here.
19. Leftover Turkey Soup
Turn leftover turkey into a delicious soup that is comfort food in each bite. See the recipe here.
20. Perfect Turkey Stock
Make the best turkey stock in 6 easy steps. Find the recipe here.
21. Turkey Gemelli Soup
You only need a few ingredients to make this delicious soup with turkey leftovers. Get the recipe here.
22. Cream Cheese Turkey and Vegetable Soup
Each bite of this soup is so creamy and flavorful. It’s a great way to use leftovers. See the recipe here.
Oven recipes
23. Leftover Turkey Casserole with Rice
The kids will love this creamy rice dish with leftover turkey. It is the best comfort food. Get the recipe here.
24. Easy Turkey Pot Pie
Pot Pie is so easy and delicious. Turn leftover turkey into a flavorful dinner with the recipe here.
25. Turkey a la Sweet Potato
Make a baked potato bar and top with leftover turkey and more. See the recipe here.
26. Chicken or Turkey Divan
This dish will melt in your mouth. It is so yummy and very easy to prepare. Get the recipe here.
27. Turkey and Dumplings
Everyone loves dumplings and it is the best comfort food. Use leftover turkey to quickly make the recipe here.
28. Leftover French Onion Turkey Bake
Jazz up plain turkey with lots of french onion flavor in this delicious recipe here. You will love it!
29. Creamed Turkey Over Biscuits
This open faced sandwich is amazing with biscuits and so delicious in each bite. See the recipe here.
30. Thanksgiving Casserole
Try this casserole recipe that combines all of your favorite Thanksgiving leftovers into a great meal. Find the recipe here.
31. Chicken Ranch Casserole
Everyone will love the ranch flavor in this casserole. So tasty! Get the recipe here.
32. Chicken and Stuffing Bake
Combine delicious leftover turkey and stuffing into one amazing casserole. Get the tasty recipe here.
34. The Perfect After Thanksgiving Dish
Use those leftover mashed potatoes, turkey and more to make the best dinner idea. See the recipe here.
35. Turkey Pot Pie
This is a great way to use leftover turkey as well as leftover veggies. Combine everything into an amazing turkey pot pie recipe here.
36. Chicken Noodle Casserole
Try this one pot meal for an easy and tasty dinner idea. It is the best comfort food. See the recipe here.
Quick & Easy recipes
37. Turkey Wraps
Everyone can enjoy a wrap with their favorite toppings in this easy recipe. Perfect for on the go as well. Find the recipe here.
38. Turkey Crescent Bites
You can’t go wrong with crescents and everyone will go crazy over this savory bites. Try the recipe here.
39. BBQ Chicken Nachos
Shredded turkey makes amazing nachos. Let everyone use their favorite toppings and you are set. Get the recipe here.
40. 10 Ways to use Leftover Grilled Chicken (or Turkey)
Find even more delicious ways to use leftover turkey. Try the recipe ideas here.
41. Leftover BBQ Turkey, Bacon and Cheddar Cheese Panini
Lots of melted cheese, delicious turkey and more make a tasty panini for lunch or dinner. Get the recipe here.
42. Turkey and Stuffing Sliders
Use leftover rolls and make these delicious sliders. Everyone will love the recipe here for lunch or dinner.
43. Sushi Inspired Thanksgiving Turkey Rolls
The kids will love these turkey rolls and they are so easy to make. See the recipe here.
44. Turkey Quesadillas with Chipotle Cranberry Sauce
Lots of delicious turkey and cranberries make the best quesadillas. Try the recipe here.
Skillet
45. Turkey & Sausage Gumbo
Leftover turkey makes the best gumbo and is so flavorful. Try the recipe here.
46. Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli
You can’t go wrong with lots of cheese! This recipe uses lots of leftovers for the best meal. Get the recipe here.
47. Creamy Chicken Pasta with Fresh Tomatoes
You only need 20 minutes to make this delicious pasta dish that is so creamy and delicious. Get the recipe here.
48. Thai Red Curry Stir Fry
Skip take out and make a stir fry with leftovers. This looks amazing. Try the recipe here.
49. Easy Turkey Meatballs
Learn how to make these easy turkey meatballs with leftovers. Find the recipe here.
50. Chicken & Peppers Stir Fry
This tasty stir fry will have everyone looking forward to leftovers. Get the easy recipe here.
51. Easy Skillet Chicken with Tomatoes
Try this simple skillet meal with leftover turkey for a meal your family will go crazy over. See the recipe here.
52. Skillet Chicken and Rice Burritos
This easy recipe comes together with very little time or effort. Budget friendly and easy to feed a crowd, this is the best chicken burrito recipe here.
Try these leftover turkey recipes easy and delicious!
From healthy leftover turkey recipes to leftover turkey pasta recipes and more, there are lots of turkey recipes to try!
There you have it! Over 50 leftover cooked turkey recipes for you to try this year.
What do you think? Which post thanksgiving recipes do you think you’ll try. I love cooking in my crockpot, but I’m thinking some of the turkey breast casseroles sound really good.
We would love to hear what you plan to make with thanksgiving leftovers. We always make turkey salad from leftover roast turkey and it is so good. Leftovers stuffed into sliders are amazing as well. 🙂
Ellen Christian says
Thank you so much for sharing my recipe! Off to check out the others.Sharing!