Don’t Let Thanksgiving Leftovers Go to Waste With These 22 Ideas

Pinterest Hidden Image

Thanksgiving leftovers don’t have to be a boring repeat of the big meal. With a little creativity, you can turn them into dishes so good they’ll outshine the feast. From reimagined classics to bold new flavors, these ideas will have everyone scrambling for seconds—even after the holiday.

Leftover Turkey / Chicken Pot Pies

Chicken pot pie in individual cast iron Dutch ovens.Pin
Photo Credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

These easy and delicious leftover chicken pot pies will make you forget store-bought versions. If you don’t have leftovers, use a rotisserie chicken or repurpose your Thanksgiving turkey for a warm meal.
Get the recipe: Leftover Turkey / Chicken Pot Pies.

Save This Recipe form

Want To Save This Recipe?

Enter your email below & we'll send it straight to your inbox. Plus you’ll get great new recipes from us every week!

Turkey Or Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

Two Turkey enchiladas served on a grey blue plate.Pin
Photo Credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

Turkey or Chicken Enchiladas Verde is light and delicious. It is perfect for leftover turkey or chicken, or you can buy a rotisserie chicken.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Or Chicken Enchiladas Verdes.

Spaghetti Casserole, For Leftover Turkey Or Ham

Spaghetti casserole in a bowl and on a plate.Pin
Photo Credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

This Spaghetti Casserole is easy and perfect for your weeknight dinner. Spaghetti Casserole is a perfect use up for leftover turkey or ham! It’s creamy, cheesy and oh, so good.
Get the Recipe: Spaghetti Casserole, For Leftover Turkey Or Ham.

Turkey Breast Sandwich

Sandwich with turkey breast.Pin
Photo Credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

This turkey breast sandwich is easy and delicious. All you need is some leftover turkey and fixings from the holidays for this turkey sandwich.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Breast Sandwich.

Mexican Turkey Soup With Leftovers

Bowl of turkey mexican soup on a wooden board.Pin
Photo Credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

Tired of the same old turkey leftovers? This Mexican Turkey Soup will change your mind! It’s incredibly easy to make yet packed with bold flavors that make every spoonful exciting. It’s a perfect way to revitalize leftover turkey and turn it into a flavorful meal that’s anything but ordinary.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Turkey Soup With Leftovers.

Air Fryer Turkey Cups

Turkey cups on a wooden board.Pin
Photo credit: Eat Your Beets.

If you’re lucky enough to have leftovers after Thanksgiving then you may be looking for Thanksgiving leftover ideas. In that case look no further. Today we have a fantastic and delicious recipe for Air Fryer Turkey Cups. This is super tasty and a family favorite!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Turkey Cups.

Turkey Soup Recipe

Turkey soup in a bowl.Pin
Photo credit: The Forked Spoon.

Homemade Turkey Soup is an easy way to repurpose holiday leftovers into a nourishing and delicious dinner that will last you for days. Use what’s left of your holiday turkey, add some vegetables and barley, and transform your leftover turkey dinner into soup in under an hour!
Get the Recipe: Turkey Soup Recipe.

Leftover Turkey Chili

A spoonful of turkey chili.Pin
Photo credit: Homemade Hooplah.

Utilize that leftover holiday turkey in a hearty chili! Made with a deeply delicious blend of spices, thick tomato broth, beans, and tender shredded turkey.
Get the Recipe: Leftover Turkey Chili.

Turkey Rice Soup

Turkey rice soup in a bowl.Pin
Photo credit: Mae’s Menu.

Looking for ways to use up leftover turkey? This Turkey and Rice Soup is a fantastic pick! It’s flavorful, healthy, quick, and delicious. This recipe can also be made with cooked and cubed chicken breast, thighs, or rotisserie chicken.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Rice Soup.

Leftover Chicken Or Turkey Pesto Sliders

Stack of turkey sliders.Pin
Photo credit: The Peasant’s Daughter.

Use your leftover turkey (or rotisserie chicken) meat to create these moist and tasty cheesy pesto sliders the next day. The pesto keeps the turkey or rotisserie chicken from drying out making these especially perfect for breast meat.
Get the Recipe: Leftover Chicken Or Turkey Pesto Sliders.

Turkey Spinach Lasagna Rolls

Lasagna rolls with turkey and spinach.Pin
Photo credit: My Suburban Kitchen.

Thanksgiving is always a great time of year for family. But it also means there is typically a lot of leftover turkey. Instead of wondering what to do with leftover turkey, go ahead and grab a few recipes, like these turkey spinach lasagna rolls, to use it.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Spinach Lasagna Rolls.

Hot Turkey Sandwich

Turkey sandwich with green peas on top.Pin
Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Having a bunch of leftovers to use up after your Thanksgiving feast is no fun, especially when the fridge is full to bursting with them. There are only so many recipes you can use that leftover turkey in before you get tired of it – or are there? The following recipe might just change your mind. It’s a diner-style hot turkey sandwich with rich, meaty gravy, green peas, and more. In fact, you might want to opt for a holiday turkey a size up so you can be sure of having leftovers and making your own hot turkey sandwiches this year!
Get the Recipe: Hot Turkey Sandwich.

Leftover Turkey Tikka Masala

Turkey masala close up.Pin
Photo credit: Gypsyplate.

Turkey Tikka Masala – Turkey with a TWIST… a twist on an Indian (or British?) classic. Are you looking to up your leftover turkey game to something a bit more interesting than soup or casseroles?
Get the Recipe: Leftover Turkey Tikka Masala.

15 Minute Turkey A La King

Turkey ala king on a plate.Pin
Photo credit: Gift Of Hospitality.

Turkey a La King is a creamy, comforting main dish that everyone will love. It takes less than 15 minutes to make, and it’s perfect for leftover turkey or chicken!
Get the Recipe: 15 Minute Turkey A La King.

Turkey Stock

Turkey stock in a pot.Pin
Photo credit: The Forked Spoon.

Learn How to Make Turkey Stock using the leftover bones, carcass, neck, and giblets from your Thanksgiving turkey. Use it to make nourishing soups and stews or freeze it for later.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Stock.

Leftover Turkey Stroganoff

Turkey stroganoff in a pan.Pin
Photo credit: Recipes From A Pantry.

Turkey Stroganoff is the perfect way to use up leftover turkey during the holiday season. It’s a satisfying, easy-to-make dish that’s chock full of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Leftover Turkey Stroganoff

Easy Lemon White Bean Soup with Turkey and Greens

White bean soup with turkey and greens.Pin
Photo credit: The Dinner Bell.

This Lemon White Bean Soup with Turkey and Greens is a fast and flavorful soup with a savory lemony broth. It’s a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken. Make this when you want something that’s light but cozy, too.
Get the Recipe: Easy Lemon White Bean Soup with Turkey and Greens.

Best Leftover Turkey Casserole Recipe

Turkey casserole in a pan.Pin
Photo credit: Little Sunny Kitchen.

You’ve come to the right place if you’re looking for a turkey casserole recipe to use up your leftover turkey! This leftover turkey casserole is packed with pasta, veggies, and turkey chunks, all folded in with a simple, creamy, cheesy, savory sauce. Top your casserole with some buttery Ritz crackers for the perfect finish.
Get the Recipe: Best Leftover Turkey Casserole Recipe.

Leftover Turkey Crescent Rolls

Turkey crescent rolls with cranberries on the side.Pin
Photo credit: Homemade Hooplah.

Enjoy every last bite of the holiday feast with these Leftover Turkey Crescent Rolls, crafted to transform your favorite dishes into a delightful new treat.
Get the Recipe: Leftover Turkey Crescent Rolls.

Slow Cooker Turkey Tetrazzini

Turkey tetrazzini with toppings.Pin
Photo credit: Dizzy Busy and Hungry.

Make this hearty Slow-Cooker Turkey Tetrazzini and ensure your leftover turkey (or chicken) never goes to waste! This lightened-up version of classic tetrazzini is sure to become a family favorite.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Turkey Tetrazzini.

3-Minute Cranberry Aioli (Mayo Sauce)

Cranberry aioli in a bowl.Pin
Photo credit: The Fruity Jem.

Just 3 ingredients and 3 minutes to make this cranberry aioli! This easy cranberry mayonnaise sauce is perfect to finish up your Thanksgiving cranberry sauce!
Get the Recipe: 3-Minute Cranberry Aioli (Mayo Sauce).

Healthy Cinnamon Sweet Potato Rolls

Cinnamon sweet potato roll on a plate.Pin
Photo credit: Happy Kitchen.

Healthy Cinnamon Sweet Potato Rolls recipe, perfect for Christmas or Thanksgiving breakfast or brunch. These rolls are delicious, moist, fluffy and easy to make!
Get the Recipe: Healthy Cinnamon Sweet Potato Rolls.

27 Forgotten Pies from the ’60s That Are Begging for a Revival

A slice of cranberry pie with a scoop of ice cream.Pin
Photo credit: An Edible Mosaic.

Step back in time and rediscover the lost treasures of the 1960s dessert table with these unforgettable pies! Packed with flavors that have stood the test of time, these vintage pies are making a well-deserved comeback. Each recipe is a sweet piece of nostalgia, blending classic ingredients with the charm of a bygone era. If you’re ready to elevate your dessert game and surprise your guests with something both unique and timeless, these ’60s pies are simply too good to miss!
Get the Recipe: 27 Forgotten Pies from the ’60s That Are Begging for a Revival.

Cozy Up with These 33 Fall Slow Cooker Recipes You’ll Want All Season Long

Two enchiladas on white plate with sour cream and lettuce on topPin
Photo Credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

Nothing says fall like a cozy, warm meal simmering away in your slow cooker. These recipes bring all the best autumn flavors with almost no effort—just set it and let the slow cooker do its magic. From tender roasts to comforting soups, get ready to wrap yourself in the tastes of the season all day long.Get the Recipe: Cozy Up with These 33 Fall Slow Cooker Recipes You’ll Want All Season Long.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *