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Leftover Turkey Recipes!

ByJennifer Johnson
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What to do with leftover turkey??? Finding new leftover turkey recipes is one of those challenges I give myself every year. I always buy and cook up the biggest turkey I can find, I love the leftover turkey dinners!

Collage of turkey breast sliced open, turkey chowder before cooking, turkey pot pie, and turkey noodle casserole

Don’t get me wrong; I am not saying there is anything wrong with leftover turkey the way it is. I am down with a full plate of leftover Thanksgiving dinner. But changing the meat up into a new dish is fantastic!

Delicious Turkey Recipes

If you are looking for a turkey recipe, these are my favorite recipes. I love using smoked turkey recipes and baking them in the oven.

How To Store Cooked Turkey

Allow your turkey to cool. Shred or store in chunks in the fridge for up to five days after cooking. You can freeze for up to 90 days in the freezer.

Storing leftovers properly requires the right tools! My preferred storage method is if the leftovers can be sealed in a food saver. If not, then an air-tight container or Ziploc bag for the fridge is the way I go. The airtight container or a freezer Ziploc bag are the next best bet for freezing the leftovers. I also use a food scale to measure portions into serving sizes.

What To Do With Leftover Turkey

These ideas don’t require much of a recipe; you can eat turkey with a nice round of leftover Thanksgiving dinner side dishes.

  • Turkey sandwiches
  • Hot Turkey Sandwiches
  • Turkey and Rice

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Leftover Turkey Recipes

The sky is the limit as to how you can use your leftover turkey! I am a huge fan of soups and casseroles because it is a mix-and-cook. No-fuss recipes are the best!

Homemade Turkey Pot Pie Recipe
This Homemade Turkey Pot Pie Recipe is the Perfect Way To Use Up Leftover Turkey! Plus it's the perfect comfort food too!
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Homemade Turkey Pot Pie in glass pie crust with slice missing
Slow Cooker Turkey Taco Soup Recipe
A delicious twist on taco night! Slow Cooker Turkey Taco Soup recipe! Made with tender turkey and canned beans! A WW Zero Point Soup too!
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Slow cooker turkey taco soup on a spoon in a crockpot
Turkey Shepherd’s Pie
Satisfy your cravings with our delicious Turkey Shepherd's Pie! Made with leftover turkey and mashed potatoes this is the perfect comfort food.
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Turkey Shepherd's Pie On White Plate
Smoked Turkey Chili Recipe
This Smoked Turkey Chili Recipe is the perfect way to use up leftover turkey from any holiday meal! Easy to make and the taste is amazing as well! 
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This Smoked Turkey Chili Recipe is the perfect way to use up leftover turkey from any holiday meal! Easy to make and the taste is amazing as well!
Smoked Turkey Noodle Soup
This Smoked Turkey Noodle Soup is perfect to use up any leftover turkey from any holiday dinner! Full of flavor and also perfect to freeze for later on.
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This Smoked Turkey Noodle Soup is perfect to use up any leftover turkey from any holiday dinner! Full of flavor and also perfect to freeze for later on.
Turkey Tater Tot Casserole
This Turkey Tater Tot Casserole Recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner! This is a great twist on the original tater tot casserole.
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Ground turkey tater tot casserole served on a white plate
Smoked Turkey Salad Recipe
Smoked Turkey Salad Recipe is the perfect way to use up leftover smoked turkey from holiday dinners! Flavor of the smoked turkey adds to the lunch salad!
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Smoked Turkey Salad Recipe
Leftover Smoked Turkey Fried Rice Recipe
Leftover Smoked Turkey Fried Rice Recipe is the perfect way to use up your leftover smoked turkey and put your Blackstone griddle to use as well!
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Leftover Smoked Turkey Fried Rice Recipe
Smoked Turkey Dumpling Soup Recipe
This Smoked Turkey Dumpling soup is the perfect way to use up leftover turkey from Thanksgiving! Make this on the pellet grill or in the oven!
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Smoked Turkey Dumpling Soup Recipe
Smoked Turkey Stew Recipe In A Dutch Oven
Smoked turkey stew made in a Dutch oven on a Pellet Grill! The perfect way to use leftover turkeys’ from holiday dinners!
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Smoked Turkey Stew Recipe In A Dutch Oven

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Jennifer Johnson is the creator and owner of Cook Eat Go, a go-to resource for busy families looking for easy, delicious meal solutions. As a work-at-home single mom of three, she knows firsthand the challenges of juggling family life while making homemade meals a priority. With a passion for practical cooking, meal prepping, and finding time-saving kitchen hacks, Jennifer shares recipes that are both family-friendly and Weight Watchers-friendly. She is also an avid outdoor enthusiast who loves hiking, running, as well as lifting weights.

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3 Comments

  1. Wonderful choices here! I always make a “too big” turkey because I love the leftovers. Thanks for adding to my go-to recipes!

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  2. Love these options! We tried the turkey noodle casserole and it was delish. Next up is the turkey salad after Thanksgiving.

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