Find the best easy and delicious leftover turkey recipes so you never have to let the remnants of your Thanksgiving or Christmas feast go to waste! From sandwiches to casseroles, soups, and more there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
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Pin RecipeWith endless options like cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, sausage and apple stuffing, and, of course, turkey to choose from on Thanksgiving day, leftovers are almost inevitable. However, they may actually be the best part, especially when you have this list of leftover turkey recipes to use them up!
That said, if you’re like me, you probably get a little tired of eating the same thing day after day. So, to make your holiday leftovers a little more exciting, compiled a list of some of the best absolute best leftover turkey recipes.
Not only are they a great way to avoid waste, but they also make for meals you’ll look forward to long after the holiday. Pick your favorites, or try them all. No matter what you choose, you really can’t go wrong!
Easy Ways To Use Up Your Thanksgiving Turkey Leftovers
Put your Thanksgiving turkey leftovers to good use. All these recipes find a way to transform the turkey into a brand-new dish bursting with flavor.
1. Thanksgiving Quesadilla
Ditch the leftover Thanksgiving sandwich this year and opt for a Thanksgiving quesadilla instead. The quesadilla combines traditional Thanksgiving leftovers with cheese for a mashup of cultures that you never knew you needed.
2. Turkey Soup
When all your Thanksgiving company has left, cozy up on the couch with a bowl of this turkey soup. The leftover turkey will make the broth extra flavorful, and you’ll be happy eating the leftovers night after night.
3. Leftover Turkey Casserole
When you’ve run out of ideas for what to do with your Thanksgiving leftovers, this recipe will revive your cooking inspiration. This leftover turkey casserole finds a way to repurpose your leftover turkey into a dish the whole family will love.
4. Turkey Pot Pie
Move over chicken pot pie! Turkey pot pie is here to be the star of the dinner table. Full of turkey and veggies encased in a crisp shell, it’s an easy recipe that gives classic comfort food a bit of a twist.
5. Turkey Tetrazzini
Pasta meets casserole in this turkey tetrazzini recipe. This hearty dish repurposes your Thanksgiving leftovers by using pantry staples and couldn’t be easier to make after a hectic holiday.
6. Leftover Turkey Patties
You’ll love how simple these leftover turkey patties are to make. They make an excellent dinner or filling lunch. They can be eaten on their own, in a sandwich, or over a bed of greens for a filling salad. No matter how you serve them, they are guaranteed to be delicious.
7. Leftover Turkey Stew
In just 20 minutes, this leftover turkey stew can be on your dinner table. You’ll love how simple this recipe is and how it turns your leftover turkey into a super flavorful and filling stew.
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8. Thanksgiving Leftovers Breakfast Hash
Leftover turkey isn’t normally your go-to breakfast, but trust us on this one. The Thanksgiving leftover breakfast hash combines all of your leftovers into one tasty bite. You’ll be looking forward to it the moment you finish up your dinner.
9. Turkey & Cheese Ranch Pinwheel Recipe
Leftover turkey isn’t just for dinner. Swap out classic deli meat for the leftover pieces of your Thanksgiving dinner to make these turkey & cheese ranch pinwheels. They will be great for lunch the week after the busy holiday.
10. Slow Cooker Turkey and Stuffing Casserole
All you need is five ingredients and a few minutes of prep time to make this slow cooker turkey and stuffing casserole. It has all the flavors of a traditional holiday meal with half the work!
11. Creamy Turkey Shepherd’s Pie
The best way to use up leftovers, this creamy turkey shepherd’s pie features tender turkey, fresh veggies, and mashed potatoes for a complete comfort food dish.
12. Creamy Leftover Turkey Curry with Coconut Milk
Indulge in Indian-inspired flavors, and transform your leftovers completely with this leftover turkey curry! Warm and creamy, it’s a great option when you need something new and perfect for serving over a bed of rice.
13. Thai Turkey Soup
Transform your turkey into a dish completely new with this Thai turkey soup! Warm and cozy yet light and vibrant, it will surprise your tastebuds in the best possible way.
14. Leftover Turkey Enchiladas
Leftover turkey enchiladas are always a good idea. The simple dish is quick and easy to make and a tasty way to put your Thanksgiving turkey leftovers to use.
15. Tasty Turkey Pesto Sandwich
Forget about traditional Thanksgiving leftovers to make your next-day sandwich. This turkey pesto sandwich shows you how to use your leftover turkey in a whole new light. Bonus! The sandwich can also be made gluten and dairy-free.
16. Easy Leftover Turkey Chili
Send your tastebuds on an excellent trip with this easy leftover turkey chili. The hearty dish is freezer-friendly, allowing you to make it after the holiday and keep it on hand for easy meals all winter long.
17. Turkey Gumbo
Soups and stews aren’t the only way to use up those Thanksgiving leftovers. Case in point: this tasty turkey gumbo. Featuring classic Louisiana flavors and lots of protein, it’s a great dish to feed a crowd.
18. Tater Tot Turkey Casserole
Bring out the tater tots to make this easy tater tot turkey casserole. The tater tots give off mashed potato vibes, keeping the traditional flavors alive in your leftover meal.
19. Loaded Turkey Panini
There are no rules when it comes to a Thanksgiving leftover sandwich. However, this loaded turkey panini sets the bar pretty high! The combo of melted Muenster cheese, pear slices, goat cheese, bacon, and turkey, makes for an out-of-this-world experience with every bite.
20. Turkey Casserole
A simple casserole dish is a great way to use up those Thanksgiving leftovers. This turkey casserole is creamy, super cheesy, and so tasty the whole family is sure to be asking for seconds.
21. Slow Cooker Turkey Chowder
Spice up your traditional leftover turkey soup with this slow cooker turkey chowder. Creamy and flavorful, it’s an easy way to switch up leftovers without putting in too much extra work.
22. White Turkey Chili
Love chili? White beans? Leftover turkey, too? Then, you won’t want to miss this white turkey chili recipe! Pair it with a side of cornbread for the ultimate comfort food.
23. Leftover Turkey Sandwich
Let’s be real, the best part about Thanksgiving is the leftover sandwich you get to make the next day. This leftover turkey sandwich recipe will guide you on how to put those Thanksgiving leftovers to use to make the ultimate sandwich.
24. Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Stuffed Shells
Not your average stuffed shells, this leftover Thanksgiving turkey stuffed shells recipe replaces traditional Italian-inspired ingredients with Thanksgiving leftovers. Made with stuffing, gravy, and a sprinkle of chees, you get mini servings of Thanksgiving dinner with every bite.
25. Turkey Salad Sandwich
Your tastebuds will sure be happy when this turkey salad sandwich is on the plate for lunch. The recipe plays off traditional chicken salad but uses leftover turkey in its place. The addition of grapes and celery helps make this light lunch a true texture bomb.
26. Leftover Turkey Pizza
Good luck eating just one slice of this leftover turkey pizza. Turkey mixes with bacon, peppers, onions, and cheese to make a homemade pizza recipe that is far better than takeout!
27. Leftover Turkey Pot Pie
You may think you know leftover turkey pot pie, but think again. This recipe uses store-bought biscuit dough to create a topping that is easy to make and truly one of a kind!
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