Turkey Leftovers

Got a plan for those turkey leftovers? Try this easy no-fuss casserole recipe that can use up turkey, veggies, and stuffing all in one recipe.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

The classic club sandwich gets an updated ingredient list.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

An ideal use for the leftover Thanksgiving turkey carcass. Celery and carrots along with the carcass make a savory broth for a sensational soup packed with veggies, cubed...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Perfect for leftovers, this hearty soup contains turkey broth, cooked turkey, barley, celery, carrots, onion, and seasonings.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This creamy throw-together casserole is as flexible as they come. You can substitute leftover chicken for the turkey, and any spare veggies like cauliflower for the...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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Throw in some leftover turkey to really turn egg salad into something substantial. Mayo, eggs, and relish make a creamy and crunchy mixture perfect for lunch in a lettuce wrap or a...


Time:   1-2 hours

This perfect post-Thanksgiving soup is made with broth, canned pumpkin, leftover cooked turkey, vegetables, wild rice, half and half and seasoned with salt and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This creamy turkey soup is an excellent way to repurpose holiday leftovers. Combining tender turkey, vegetables, and a smooth, thickened broth, it's as satisfying as it is simple to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Broth with cubed turkey, pasta, and veggies is the best way to turn leftover turkey into maximum comfort on a cold day.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Turkey chowder is a perfect use for Thanksgiving leftovers, but you'll be wanting it more than once a year with this hearty recipe. Goes great with biscuits or crusty bread.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Turkey noodle soup is a time honored tradition for using up leftover turkey. This simple-to-follow recipe will have you enjoying a hearty bowl of soup in no time.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These turkey, cranberry, and stuffing sandwiches offer a clever way to repurpose holiday leftovers while introducing a fresh twist.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with fresh ginger, cooked turkey, sweet potatoes, dried cranberries, raisins, walnuts, mayonnaise, lemon juice, orange juice, orange peel


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with cayenne pepper, cream cheese, cream of mushroom soup, milk, linguine pasta, bacon, cooked turkey, mushrooms, pimientos, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop, microwave
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with turkey or chicken stock, turkey, orange juice, sweet potato, onion, green bell pepper, cider vinegar, dried thyme, ground ginger, ground allspice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter or margarine, water, cooked, cubed turkey, celery, onion, mayonnaise, eggs, milk

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with mashed potatoes, cubed cooked turkey, turkey gravy, carrots, prepared stuffing, whole kernel corn

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with lemon juice, salt, cider vinegar, cooked, chopped turkey, tricolor spiral pasta, celery, green onions, green bell pepper, mayonnaise, brown sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with seasoned croutons, refrigerated crescent roll dough, black pepper, turkey breast, cream cheese, butter or margarine, margarine, milk, onion, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with mushrooms or bacon, salt and pepper, broccoli, turkey or chicken, mayonnaise, cream of mushroom soup, eggs, cheddar or monterey jack cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with water, dried marjoram, dried basil, turkey carcass, celery, carrots, bay leaves

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with black pepper, cooked turkey, rice, green bell pepper, onion, cream of mushroom soup, garlic salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cream of mushroom soup, milk, mayonnaise, cooked turkey, frozen peas, onion, celery, green bell pepper, chow mein noodles

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with turkey, celery, onion, butter or margarine, milk, cheese soup, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, instant mashed potato flakes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with sandwich buns, Miracle Whip salad dressing, turkey, cheese, cream of chicken soup

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours