Over 50 Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes

I look forward to a delicious Thanksgiving dinner all year long since I love cooking for my family.  However, no matter how much I love all my favorite recipes, like turkey and cranberry sauce, after a few days, I grow tired of the same food items.  To solve this problem, I have collected over 50 Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes so that you can create delicious meals with your thanksgiving leftovers.

Easy Recipes for Thanksgiving Leftovers.

Do you ever fall into the same trap of using all of your Thanksgiving left overs in the same old way? Well, this round up of easy Thanksgiving leftover ideas is just for you! We have gathered tons of delicious recipes to help you think outside the box when it comes to serving up those Thanksgiving leftovers.

We have separated them all by category of the food that you might have in your refrigerator after the delicious Thanksgiving feast. So, this year cook a little extra and enjoy these creative thanksgiving leftover recipes.

What should I make after Thanksgiving?

The day after Thanksgiving can be challenging because no one wants to think about having to cook anymore! I love using these great leftover recipes to save time in the kitchen so I can make food for my family with a different great recipe to use up all the roast turkey that’s already in my refrigerator.

Over 50 of the best ways to use Thanksgiving leftovers:

Side note: Some of these recipes may say chicken, but your Thanksgiving turkey would be a lovely substitute.

Delicious Recipes to make with Mashed Potatoes!

I love mashed potatoes and there are so many great options with leftover potatoes.  You can easily turn them into a different casserole or serve them deep fried for an entire different flavor.  Which one will you try this year? 

Muffin Tin Mashed Potatoes, Simply Stacie
Twice Baked Potatoes, Eating on a Dime
Creamed Turkey Over Biscuits, Frugal Foodie Mama
Cheesy Potato Croquettes, Hello Little Home
Mashed Potato Puffs, Fun Recipe World
Mashed Potato, Cheddar and Chive Waffles, Joy the Baker
Duchess Potatoes, Simply Recipes
Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes, Just Putzing Around the Kitchen
Mashed Potato Soup, Katie’s Cucina
Easy Shepherd’s Pie, Favorite Family Recipes
Fried Mashed Potato Balls, Carmel Moments
Loaded Mashed Potato Balls, Cents Less Deals
Fried Mashed Potato Balls, Carmel Moments
Loaded Mashed Potato Crunch, Cinnamon, Spice and Everything Nice
Skillet Shepherd’s Pie, 5 Heart Home
Corn & Cheddar Mashed Potato Fritters, Carrie’s Experimental Kitchen

More Easy Recipes for Leftover Ham:

There is not much better than leftover ham.  Make sure you make a little extra this Thanksgiving, so you can enjoy some of these great recipes for leftover ham.  

Ham Salad, The Kitchen is My Playground
Spanish Salad with Ham and Olives, Food Done Light
Lightened Ham Salad, Food Done Light
Cheesy Ham and Egg Sandwiches, Thrifty Jinxy
Ham and Egg Breakfast Sandwich, Jenna’s Everything Blog
Ham and Potato Hash, Simply Recipes
Baked Ham and Swiss Sliders, Tastes Better From Scratch
Broccoli, Ham and Cheese Baked Potato, Tastes Better from Scratch
Leftover Hambone Soup, Damn Delicious
Ham and Cheese Bowties, Julie’s Eats and Treats
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole, Pretty Providence
Navy Bean Soup, Savoring Time in the Kitchen
Cheesy Ham and Potato Bacon Casserole, Oh Sweet Basil
Ham and Cheddar Chowder, My Gluten-Free Kitchen
Scalloped Potatoes and Ham, Musings from a Stay at Home Mom
Easy Ham & Potato Crock Pot Soup, Spend with Pennies

Amazing Ideas for Leftover Green Beans:

Green Bean Casserole Cups, The Tiptoe Fairy
Green Beans and Potatoes, Eating on a Dime
Arkansas Green Beans, Nancy Creative
Turkey Pot Pie, Pink When
Chicken Noodle Casserole, The Taylor House
Green Bean Potato Casserole, Tastes of Lizzy T
Crock Pot Homemade Vegetable Soup, Stockpiling Moms
Oven Roasted Parmesan Green Beans, Ann’s Entitled Life
Balsamic Oven Roasted Green Beans, The Rising Spoon
Roasted Green Beans with Mushrooms, Kalyn’s Kitchen
Green Bean Fries, Tammilee Tips
Bacon Wrapped Green Beans, Testing Trendy… 1, 2, 3
Garlic Lemon Green Beans, She Wears Many Hats

Leftover Stuffing Recipe Ideas:

Bacon Wrapped Stuffing Bites, Walking on Sunshine
Turkey and Stuffing Sliders, The Kitchen is My Playground
Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole, Pink Cake Plate
Sushi Inspired Thanksgiving Turkey Rolls, Arts and Crackers
Mashed Potato and Stuffing Patties, Pocket Change Gourmet
Chicken Ranch Casserole, Hope in Every Season
Stuffing Egg Cups, Jillian Harris
Chicken and Stuffing Bake, Anderson & Grant
Roasted Butternut Squash with Turkey Dressing, MJ and Hungryman
Chicken and Dressing Casserole, The Weary Chef
The Perfect After Thanksgiving Dish, She Knows
Muenster, Mashed Potatoes and Cranberry Stuffing Grilled Cheese, The Modern Mayflower
Slow Cooker Turkey and Stuffing Dumpling Soup, Baked by Rachel

Great Ways to use Leftover Cranberry Sauce:

Cranberry Almond Cream Pastry, Stockpiling Moms
Smoked Turkey Cranberry Orange Sandwich, Stockpiling Moms
Cranberry Orange Chicken, Stockpiling Moms
Baked Brie Bites, A Spicy Perspective
Orange Cranberry Bread Pudding, Magical Recipes
Cranberry Sauce Smoothie, Wonky Wonderful
Cream Cheese Cranberry Dip, Julia’s Eats & Treats
Easy Crock Pot Meatballs, The Frugal Girls
Christmas Coconut Cake, The Galley Gourmet
Bourbon-Infused Cranberry & Goat Cheese Bites – Pizzazzerie
Cranberry Bread Pudding with Honey Whiskey Maple Sauce, Will Cook for Smiles
Cranberry Vinaigrette, The Yummy Life
Turkey Quesadillas with Chipotle Cranberry Sauce, Confections of a Foodie Bride

Last but not Least, the best leftover turkey recipes!

Shredded turkey has the most options to serve as leftovers for your family.   You can easily prepare a turkey salad with blue cheese or a turkey sandwich for a quick and delicious meal for your family.  Which one of these leftover turkeys recipes will you try first? 

Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup, Eating on a Dime
Crockpot Chicken Pot Pie, Eating on a Dime
Slow Cooker Turkey and Stuffing Dumpling Soup, Baked by Rachel
Crockpot Chicken and Vegetable Soup, Eating on a Dime

Ground Turkey Chili, Eating on a Dime
Turkey Noodle Soup, Family Balance Sheet
How to Make Chicken Broth, Eating on a Dime
Creamy Turkey Soup with Rice – This is not Diet Food
One Pot Tex-Mex Chicken Chili, Eating on a Dime
White Chicken Taco Chili, Eating on a Dime
Creamy Turkey Soup, Ann’s Entitled Life
Buffalo Chicken Wing Soup Recipe, Ann’s Entitled Life
Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings Recipe, Eating on a Dime
Turkey Gumbo, Miss Information
Leftover Turkey Soup, Architecture of a Mom
Perfect Turkey Stock, Simplified Saving
Turkey Gemelli Soup, Coffee with us 3
Crockpot Salsa Chicken, Eating on a Dime
Cream Cheese Turkey and Vegetable Soup, Hot Eats and Cool Reads
Leftover Turkey Casserole with Rice, Confessions of an Over-worked Mom
Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup, Eating on a Dime
Crockpot White Chicken Chili, Coupon Closet
Healthy Easy Turkey Pot Pie, Savory Nothings
Turkey a la Sweet Potatoes, Food Done Light
Chicken or Turkey Divan, Future Expat
Turkey and Dumplings, Stockpiling Moms
Leftover French Onion Turkey Bake, Simply Being Mommy
Leftover Turkey Enchiladas, Grateful
Crockpot Italian Chicken Soup, Eating on a Dime
Easy Chicken Manicotti, Pain Chicken
Leftover Turkey Pockets, Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen
Creamed Turkey Over Biscuits, Frugal Foodie Mama
Thanksgiving Casserole, Pink Cake Plate
Chicken Ranch Casserole, Hope in Every Season
Chicken and Stuffing Bake, Anderson & Grant
Chicken and Stuffing Casserole, The Seasoned Mom
The Perfect After Thanksgiving Dish, She Knows
Turkey Pot Pie, Pink When
Chicken Noodle Casserole, The Taylor House
Cheesy Ham, Potato and Green Bean Casserole, Thrifty Frugal Mom
Turkey Wraps, A Mom’s Take
Turkey Crescent Bites, The Kitchen is My Playground
BBQ Chicken Nachos, Simplified Saving
10 Ways to use Leftover Grilled Chicken (or Turkey), Eating on a Dime
Leftover BBQ Turkey, Bacon and Cheddar Cheese Panini, Simply Being Mommy
Leftover Turkey Waldorf  Salad, Macheesmo
Skillet Chicken and Rice Burritos, Eating on a Dime

Turkey Tetrazzini, Jaime Cooks It Up!
Turkey and Stuffing Sliders, The Kitchen is My Playground
Sushi Inspired Thanksgiving Turkey Rolls, Arts and Crackers
Turkey Quesadillas with Chipotle Cranberry Sauce, Confections of a Foodie Bride
Chicken & Peppers Stir Fry, Eating on a Dime
Turkey & Sausage Gumbo, Surviving the Stores
Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli, Simply Stacie
Leftover Turkey Noodle Casserole – Who needs a cape?
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Fresh Tomatoes, Eating on a Dime
Thai Red Curry Stir Fry, Mom vs. The Boys
Easy Turkey Meatballs, In the Playroom
Easy Skillet Chicken with Tomatoes, Eating on a Dime

How long does leftover turkey last?

Leftover turkey is generally good for 3 to 4 days when stored in the refrigerator.

You can freeze it as well and it’ll last for 3 to 4 months.  I love freezing it and then defrosting some when I’m ready to make a recipe for leftover turkey meat.  It’s so convenient and saves a ton of time in the kitchen too!

Leftover Thanksgiving Recipes are easy and a great way to not waste your delicious Thanksgiving food!

Which Thanksgiving leftover recipes have peaked your interest? I think the ones with cranberry sauce sound very interesting, so I might start there first.

Also, I know that I’ll be trying some of these leftover turkey breast recipes as we always have tons of leftover turkey in my house.

Come back and share your favorite Thanksgiving leftover recipes with us. We’d love to try those out as well!

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• 15 Bean Soup with Ham
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