It’s the day after Thanksgiving and you are wondering what you are going to do with all the leftover turkey!? Well, we are here to save the day with 7 Leftover Turkey Recipes that you are going to love!
How Long Can I Keep Leftover Turkey
First, make sure you fully carve your bird so that you have all the turkey meat that you can possibly get! Now, that you have all the meat removed you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and in the freezer for up to 3 months. This will buy you a little time before making one of these delicious leftover recipes!
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Complete List Of The Best Leftover Turkey Recipes
Turkey Pot Pie Recipe
Turkey Pot Pie – a simple recipe for making a delicious turkey pot pie that has a creamy, flavorful center and a perfectly browned, flaky crust! A great way to use that leftover holiday turkey. The whole family is going to love it!
Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup
Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup – such a great way to use those Thanksgiving leftovers! Simple, delicious and kid-friendly!
Turkey Salad
Turkey Salad – a simple and delicious turkey salad recipe that is a perfect way to use up all of your leftover turkey! Enjoy it by itself, on a sandwich, or in a lettuce wrap. Full of flavor – you have to try it!
Turkey Pot Pie with Biscuits
Turkey Pot Pie with Biscuits – a quick and easy recipe for making turkey pot pie with biscuits on top. The perfect one skillet dinner for using that leftover Thanksgiving turkey or use chicken if you don’t have turkey. The whole family is going to love this warm and cozy dinner!
Turkey Cranberry Wrap
Turkey Cranberry Wrap – an incredibly easy and delicious way to use any leftover Thanksgiving turkey!
Turkey Tetrazzini
Turkey Tetrazzini – an easy recipe for making perfectly creamy turkey tetrazzini with leftover turkey meat, fresh vegetables, pasta, and melty cheese! The perfect comfort food to enjoy in the days following Thanksgiving or substitute with chicken if you don’t have any turkey on hand. So good!
Leftover Turkey Wild Rice Soup
A delicious and flavorful turkey wild rice soup recipe that is dairy-free and gluten-free!
What About The Turkey Carcass
We have covered some great options for the leftover turkey meat, but what should you do with the actual turkey carcass? This is perfect for making an easy homemade turkey broth or turkey stock that will have so much amazing flavor! And if you don’t want to make this right away, simply place it in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 6 months.
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