12 Easy Leftover Turkey Recipes

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Got a fridge full of turkey after Thanksgiving? These 12 easy leftover turkey recipes are my tried-and-true favorites for using it up, from grilled cheese and French dip sandwiches to turkey noodle soup and a cozy turkey shepherd's pie.

Four leftover turkey recipes turkey soup, stuffing casserole, turkey french dip and turkey shepherds pie.

There's a mix of quick sandwiches for lunch and comforting dinners for the rest of the week. Most of them also use up other Thanksgiving leftovers like stuffing, gravy, mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce, so nothing goes to waste.

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Why You'll Love These Recipes

Nothing goes to waste. These recipes turn holiday leftovers into brand-new meals.

Lunch and dinner covered. There are hot sandwiches for lunch and hearty casseroles and soup for dinner.

Easy, comforting food. These are simple, family-friendly recipes, perfect after a big holiday cooking day.

Leftover Turkey Recipes

Thanksgiving Turkey Grilled Cheese

Tender slices of leftover turkey and crispy bacon with melted, ooey gooey cheese between two golden slices of bread. It's the ultimate comfort food.

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Turkey grilled cheese on a plate with pickles and chips.

Turkey Cranberry Brie Grilled Cheese

Turkey, cranberry sauce and brie in one melty grilled cheese. It's a delicious way to use up holiday leftovers.

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Two turkey cranberry brie sandwich on top of each other with a spoon full of cranberry sauce on the side.

Turkey French Dip Sandwich

A hot, comforting French dip made with leftover Thanksgiving turkey. It's perfect for using up leftover gravy too.

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Hot turkey sandwich being dipped into gravy.

Croissant Turkey Melts

Slices of turkey and melted cheese sandwiched in fluffy, golden croissant rolls. They're an easy way to use up leftover turkey from any holiday meal.

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Two croissant sandwiches on a white plate.

Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup

An easy, hearty turkey noodle soup with plenty of veggies. It’s a great way to use any leftover turkey from Thanksgiving.

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A bowl of turkey noodle soup on a table with spoons and a piece of toasted bread.

Easy Leftover Turkey Shepherd’s Pie

Leftover turkey, mashed potatoes, vegetables and gravy turned into a comforting meal the whole family will love.

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Turkey shepherd's pie on a plate with a fork.

Turkey and Stuffing Roll Ups

Tender turkey and stuffing rolled up with savory gravy and baked until golden. It's a fun twist on Thanksgiving leftovers.

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A plate of turkey stuffing roll up with green beans and mashed potatoes.

Chicken Stuffing Casserole

A creamy stuffing casserole with a from-scratch sauce and no canned soup. Use leftover turkey in place of the chicken for an easy dinner after Thanksgiving.

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Chicken stuffing casserole with a wooden spoon scooping some out.

Mini Freezer Chicken Pot Pies

Mini pot pies with a creamy filling and flaky crust that you can freeze. After Thanksgiving, make them with leftover turkey and stock the freezer for busy nights.

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Leftover Stuffing and Cranberry Sauce

Deep Fried Stuffing Balls

Leftover stuffing rolled into balls and fried until golden. They’re great for snacking, game day or holiday get-togethers.

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Deep fried stuffing balls on a plate with a bite out of one.

Cranberry Brie Bites in Phyllo Cups

Brie and jellied cranberry sauce in phyllo cups, topped with pecans and rosemary. They’re an easy way to use up leftover cranberry sauce and make a pretty holiday appetizer.

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Cranberry brie bites on a white platter.

Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip

Sweet cranberries and creamy cream cheese make a sweet and savory dip to serve with salty crackers. It’s a tasty way to use up leftover cranberries.

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Cranberry sauce over the top of cream cheese with green onions and pecans sprinkled on top. Crackers on the side.

Recipe FAQ's

What can I make with leftover turkey?

Sandwiches are the quickest. Try the Thanksgiving Turkey Grilled Cheese, Turkey French Dip Sandwich or Croissant Turkey Melts. For dinner, Easy Leftover Turkey Shepherd's Pie and Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup are hearty, comforting meals.

Can I use leftover turkey in chicken recipes?

Yes. Chicken Stuffing Casserole and Mini Freezer Chicken Pot Pies both work with leftover turkey in place of the chicken.

What can I make with leftover turkey and stuffing?

Turkey and Stuffing Roll Ups use both, and so does Chicken Stuffing Casserole made with turkey. Both are easy ways to turn Thanksgiving leftovers into a new dinner.