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These delicious leftover smoked turkey recipes are a great way to continue the smoky flavor that you enjoyed at Thanksgiving dinner. Some may say that Thanksgiving leftovers are actually better than the holiday dinner itself. Once you see all of these creative ways to use up the leftover meat I’m sure you will agree.
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Delicious Leftover Turkey Recipes
You have to admit that leftovers are the best parts of the holiday, at least when it comes to the food part. These leftover recipes are all delicious ways to capture the amazing flavor of your smoked turkey and repeat it in leftover meals. Whether you are looking for a big meal like a casserole or a small dish like a sandwich, you are in the right place. What is the best leftover turkey recipe in your home?
Click here to Learn How to Smoke a Turkey
Make sure to check out our step by step process for How to Smoke a Turkey. Most of these recipes can be made with smoked turkey, regular turkey, and often even rotisserie chicken. So mix things up and enjoy.
Leftover Smoked Turkey Recipes
Enjoy your turkey leftovers the next day with our favorite leftover turkey recipes.
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TURKEY CRANBERRY SLIDERS
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Use your Thanksgiving leftovers for these Turkey Cranberry Sliders! These Hawaiian roll turkey sandwiches are made with turkey, cranberry sauce, and Swiss cheese and baked to perfection with a butter drizzle.
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15-Bean Soup Recipe
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When you make a big turkey dinner and have leftover turkey thighs this 15 Bean Soup Recipe is a great way to use up that leftover turkey leg meat. This amazing soup recipe with black beans includes instructions for making this soup in the slow cooker, on the stovetop, or in the oven.
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Paleo Turkey Chowder
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This creamy dairy-free paleo turkey chowder made with leftover Thanksgiving turkey, and creamy broth is a delicious recipe that you will want to eat all year round.
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Brie Grilled Cheese with Turkey (great for leftover turkey!)
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Brie Grilled Cheese and Turkey is a unique sandwich with creamy brie, tender turkey breast, and cranberry spread, stuffed between two pieces of sourdough bread and grilled until crispy.
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Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry Crust
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Give your leftover turkey a makeover with this wholesome and savory turkey pot pie with puff pastry. This recipe is essentially a leftover turkey casserole, as it’s baked in a baking dish, making it fuss-free and great for feeding a crowd. This is very similar to a turkey shepherd's pie.
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Smoked Turkey Chili Recipe
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This Smoked Turkey Chili Recipe is the perfect way to use any leftover turkey from holiday dinners.
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How to Make the Best Turkey Bone Broth in the Ninja Foodi
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Turkey bone broth is so easy to make in the Ninja Foodi. You can make this turkey stock with your turkey carcass, and fresh vegetables.
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Leftover Turkey Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls
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Looking for leftover turkey sliders on Hawaiian Rolls that are packed with flavor then you’ve got to try these turkey and brie sliders with green apple.
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Green Pea Soup with Smoked Turkey Wings
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This easy, flavorful green pea soup is made with whole green peas and a smoked turkey wing to season the broth. Because this rich, creamy potage uses dried peas, you’ll need to soak them overnight before making the soup.
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Easy Leftover Turkey Soup with Egg Noodles and Vegetables
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This leftover turkey soup with noodles is the perfect recipe for leftover turkey. Make the Amish egg noodles and leftover turkey meat soup with veggies or without.
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Savory Baked Turkey Crepes
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These savory baked turkey crepes are both hearty and make for a delicious meal option for the whole family. This easy recipe will become a new family favorite in your house too.
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Turkey Cranberry Crostini - Great Use of Turkey Leftovers
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Turkey Cranberry Crostini is a creative and elegant way to make good use of those Thanksgiving turkey leftovers.
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Easy Leftover Turkey Tacos Recipe
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Transform leftover Thanksgiving turkey into these flavor-packed and juicy Leftover Turkey Tacos with flour tortillas! These leftover turkey carnitas are perfectly seasoned with a balance of smoky, sweet, citrusy, and savory ingredients. It’s the perfect way to enjoy leftover turkey! A little fresh cilantro and hot sauce is the best way to enjoy turkey tacos.
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{Leftover Turkey} Pesto Sliders
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Use your leftover turkey meat to create these moist and tasty cheesy pesto sliders the next day. The pesto keeps the turkey from drying out making it the perfect solution for breast meat.
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Ultimate Leftover Turkey Breakfast Sandwich
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I can’t imagine a better way to use up leftover Thanksgiving or Christmas turkey than the Ultimate Leftover Turkey Breakfast Sandwich. Holiday turkey layered over a patty of mashed potatoes and stuffing melted provolone, and topped with a fried egg. This recipe idea simply can't be beat.
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Smoked Turkey Quesadilla
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This real Texas-style Smoked Turkey Quesadilla is meaty, cheesy, and oh-so-good! Grab some salsa and sour cream, and a quick and tasty meal is just minutes away! These turkey quesadillas make for an easy lunch when you are short on time. Use flour or corn tortillas.
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Smoked Turkey and Dumplings
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Smoked Turkey and Dumplings is the perfect comfort food recipe. Made with delicious smoked turkey, a creamy sauce vegetable soup base, and easy homemade dumplings.
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Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato Hash
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Smoked Turkey and Sweet Potato Hash is a simple, flavor-packed meal that's loaded with protein and nutrients! Turkey (leftovers work very well) is cooked in just one skillet with sweet potatoes, Cajun seasoning, chili peppers, and more.
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Leftover Smoked Turkey Salad
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There's nothing better than leftover smoked turkey to make a delicious leftover turkey salad.
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Creamy Smoked Turkey and Wild Rice Soup.
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Wondering what to do with leftover turkey? Creamy Smoked Turkey and Wild Rice Soup is just the ticket. It will help you make good DELICIOUS use of that leftover turkey carcass.
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Turkey Enchilada Casserole
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Make this leftover turkey enchilada casserole when you have leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.
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Leftover Turkey Risotto
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This leftover turkey and mushroom risotto is rich, creamy, and comforting, and a great way to use up those leftovers from a holiday meal.
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Tetrazzini Casserole With Leftover Turkey Or Chicken
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This Tetrazzini Casserole is a delicious way to use up leftover turkey or chicken.
