It is almost TURKEY DAY! I know I have said it at least 3 times this month but I can hardly believe it. Although Thanksgiving might look a little different in how we are celebrating this year there is one thing that won’t be different…leftovers. One of the best parts about Thanksgiving dinner {in my opinion} is the leftovers that you have afterwards. The only problem that arises is…what to do with all of them? Well today I am going to share with you some easy and delicious leftover turkey ideas that your family will love.
The one thing that I don’t think people always think about is that turkey and chicken can replace each other in almost any recipe. So when you discover that then you realize that the leftover possibilities are endless.
Here are 7 of my families all time favorites…
7 Leftover Turkey Ideas for Dinner your Family Will Love:
1. Turkey Empanadas
Transforming leftover turkey into an empanada is borderline genius…if I do say so myself.
Puff pastry dough is used to make a super flaky crust and wrapped around a delicious leftover turkey filling. The best part is that they are ready in 30 minutes. These Turkey Empanadas rock!
2. Creamy Turkey Noodle Soup
Replace the cooked chicken in this recipe with leftover turkey for a hearty soup that your family will love.
Frozen egg noodles are added for that extra special homemade touch that gives the soup a cooked all day flavor. Make this Creamy Turkey Noodle Soup with this One Rise French Bread and you have an awesome meal!
3. Turkey Enchilada Soup
If Creamy Turkey Noodle Soup isn’t your thing then this Turkey Enchilada Soup is sure to impress.
Loaded with a ton of great flavor, this soup is so much fun because everyone can customize their own toppings. Use this homemade Enchilada Sauce for an extra special touch.
4. Turkey Pot Pie Bowls
Another dish where leftover turkey is the perfect substitute for chicken, these Turkey Pot Pie Bowls are a weeknight favorite.
With the filling made in a skillet and topped with baked puff pastry squares {although refrigerated biscuits are great too}, these Turkey Pot Pie Bowls are super tasty.
5. Turkey & Fixings Stuffed Taters
If you have more than just leftover turkey, then these Turkey & Fixing Stuffed Taters are a fun option.
An easy baked potato is topped with leftover stuffing, turkey and gravy for the perfect Turkey & Fixing Stuffed Tater.
6. Turkey Croissant Sliders with Cranberry Cream Cheese Spread
My all time favorite way to use leftover turkey are these Turkey Croissant Sliders with Cranberry Cream Cheese Spread.
Add Swiss cheese, leftover turkey and Cranberry Cream Cheese Spread on top of a buttery croissant for sandwich perfection.
7. Teriyaki Turkey Stir Fry Casserole
Add leftover turkey in place of chicken in this awesome Teriyaki Stir Fry Casserole.
With rice, vegetables, a little pineapple and delicious teriyaki sauce this casserole is sure to become a favorite.
Any of these dinner ideas will be a welcome addition to your weekly menu. They are all family friendly and all of them are ready in no time.
Make these turkey leftover ideas for dinner and you will have a house full of happy faces.
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