Exciting Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes

Embrace the post-holiday leftover redo with our collection of Thanksgiving leftover recipes. From inventive turkey sandwiches to indulgent turkey pot pies and creative sides transformed into delicious new dishes, we’re here to guide you through repurposing those Thanksgiving flavors into fresh, mouthwatering creations that keep the holiday spirit alive for days.

Avocado Toast with Turkey and Cranberry Sauce

avocado toast with turkey and cranberry sauce.
Photo Credit: Seasonal Cravings

Avocado Toast with Turkey and Cranberry Sauce is a delicious way to use up all those yummy Thanksgiving leftovers.  Quick to prepare and oh so filling! 

Get the Recipe: Avocado Toast with Turkey and Cranberry Sauce

Air Fryer Leftover Stuffing Muffins

Air fryer leftover stuffing muffins in muffin liner.
Air Fryer Leftover Stuffing Muffins . Photo credit: Recipe This.

Tis the season for making great things with leftovers, and these stuffing muffins are a fun thing to make, are great for breakfast, you can freeze them, or why not load them into your packed lunch box?
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Leftover Stuffing Muffins

Leftover Potato Cakes In Air Fryer

A stack of leftover air fryer potato cakes.
Leftover Potato Cakes In Air Fryer. Photo credit: Recipe This.

Have you made potato cakes from mashed potatoes yet? These leftover potato cakes in the air fryer are delicious and just use a few simple ingredients alongside leftover mash.
Get the Recipe: Leftover Potato Cakes In Air Fryer

Cajun Smoked Turkey Pasta with Kale & Andouille Sausage

Cajun smoked turkey pasta with kale & andouille sausage on a plate.
cajun smoked turkey pasta with kale & andouille sausage . Photo credit: Gimme from Scratch.

Transform your leftover smoked turkey into a mouthwatering meal with this Cajun Smoked Turkey Pasta recipe featuring Andouille Sausage and Kale. This dish packs a punch of bold flavors and is incredibly simple to prepare, making it the ideal choice for a hectic weeknight.
Get the Recipe: cajun smoked turkey pasta with kale & andouille sausage

Creamy Leftover Chicken Soup with Noodles and Sage

Creamy leftover chicken soup on a white Dutch oven.
Creamy Leftover Chicken Soup with Noodles and Sage . Photo credit: Art of Natural Living.

Slightly creamy and reminiscent of sage stuffing, Creamy Leftover Chicken Soup with Noodles and Sage is a tasty and easy recipe!
Get the Recipe: Creamy Leftover Chicken Soup with Noodles and Sage

Turkey Vegetable Soup Recipe

A bowl filled with hearty leftover vegetable soup.
Turkey Vegetable Soup Recipe . Photo credit: Primavera Kitchen.

Turkey soup is a great way to use up leftovers after Thanksgiving. This comforting and nutritious soup is easy to make and perfect for a fall or winter evening.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Vegetable Soup Recipe

Leftover Cranberry Sauce Vinaigrette – 3 Ways!

Vinaigrette made with leftover cranberry sauce in a jar.
Leftover Cranberry Sauce Vinaigrette – 3 Ways! . Photo credit: Paleo Gluten-free Guy.

These three easy recipes for Leftover Cranberry Sauce Vinaigrette are perfect for turning Thanksgiving leftovers into something special!
Get the Recipe: Leftover Cranberry Sauce Vinaigrette – 3 Ways!

Turkey Soup Recipe

A hearty bowl of leftover Thanksgiving turkey soup.
Turkey Soup Recipe. 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

Turkey Stock

Turkey stock made from leftover Thanksgiving turkey.
Turkey Stock. 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

Turkey Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

Leftover turkey shepherd's pie served on a plate.
Turkey Shepherd’s Pie Recipe. Photo credit: ANN’S ENTITLED LIFE.

When you want to use up your holiday leftovers, there is nothing better than this Turkey Shepherd’s Pie to accomplish that goal. Mashed potatoes, vegetables, turkey, and gravy – they are all combined to make the perfect turkey leftovers recipe that the whole family will love!
Get the Recipe: Turkey Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

Cheesy Leftover Turkey Bombs Recipe

Cheesy leftover turkey bombs in a dish.
Cheesy Leftover Turkey Bombs Recipe . Photo credit: ANN’S ENTITLED LIFE.

Discover the ultimate leftover turkey recipe in these cheesy leftover turkey bombs. Transform your leftover turkey into a flavor-packed stuffed biscuit bomb delight.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Leftover Turkey Bombs Recipe

Healthy Deli Turkey Salad

Salad made with leftover turkey, chickpeas, and vegetables.
HEALTHY DELI TURKEY SALAD RECIPE (OR LEFTOVER TURKEY). Photo credit: Fit Mama Real Food.

This healthy deli turkey salad recipe is light, protein-packed, and full of crunch! It’s a satisfying salad that’s perfect as a stand-alone meal, or to serve along with another main dish. Filled with deli turkey, crunch chickpeas, cucumber, and romaine lettuce, it’s crunchy and quite filling thanks to the protein and fiber!
Get the Recipe: Healthy Turkey Salad

Leftover Turkey Nachos

Nachos on a bowl with leftover turkey and various toppings.
LEFTOVER TURKEY NACHOS. Photo credit: THE FOOD BLOG.

Are you looking for leftover turkey ideas? Look no further than Leftover Turkey Nachos. These are our Thanksgiving turkey nachos, and they are an easy, fresh and delicious way to use up some of that leftover turkey.
Get the Recipe: Leftover Turkey Nachos

Turkey Corn Chowder Southwest Style

Turkey Corn Chowder Southwest Style on a clear dish.
Turkey Corn Chowder Southwest Style . Photo credit: Fluxing Well.

Learn how to make easy turkey corn chowder with a southwest flair by following these simple, step-by-step instructions. Turkey corn chowder is a budget-friendly meal that can be spiced up as much as your tastebuds desire.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Corn Chowder Southwest Style

Easy Leftover Curried Turkey Comfort Food

Easy Leftover Curried Turkey Comfort Food.
Easy Leftover Curried Turkey Comfort Food . Photo credit: Fluxing Well.

Learn how to make an easy curried turkey recipe with turkey leftovers. You can also use leftover turkey from the freezer. Whether you have leftover turkey from Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other holiday, you are in the right place.
Get the Recipe: Easy Leftover Curried Turkey Comfort Food

Leftover Mashed Potato Waffles

Leftover mashed potato waffles on a white plate.
Leftover Mashed Potato Waffles. Photo credit: Debra Klein.

Wondering what to do with the leftover mashed potatoes? This mashed potato waffles recipe is easy and incredibly delicious…and the best part? It uses ingredients you already have!
Get the Recipe: Leftover Mashed Potato Waffles

Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Casserole

A casserole dish filled with leftover  baked turkey.
THANKSGIVING LEFTOVER TURKEY CASSEROLE . Photo credit: Muy Bueno.

My heart is filled with gratitude, my life is filled with amazing people, and I am thankful for these gifts from God. May you have an abundance of blessings to count this Thanksgiving!
Get the Recipe: Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Casserole

No Bake Shepherd’s Pie with Ground Chicken

No-bake shepherd's pie on a round dish with a wooden spoon.
No Bake Shepherd’s Pie with Ground Chicken . Photo credit: Love from the Table.

No bake shepherd’s pie is classic comfort food. This easy version uses lean ground chicken, and removes the baking step, for a quick and healthy take on this popular dish that your entire family will love.
Get the Recipe: No Bake Shepherd’s Pie with Ground Chicken

Cranberry Turkey Salad

Cranberry Turkey Salad on a bed of lettuce.
Cranberry Turkey Salad . Photo credit: Love from the Table.

This easy cranberry turkey salad is the perfect way to use up your leftover Thanksgiving turkey. With lots of tender turkey, crunchy celery and tart cranberries in a creamy dressing, this turkey salad will make a perfect healthy lunch after the holidays.
Get the Recipe: Cranberry Turkey Salad

Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry

Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry and a lattice in a round dish.
Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry . Photo credit: Love from the Table.

Pot pie is a perfect fall comfort food. With tender turkey, fresh veggies and buttery puff pastry in every bite, this homemade turkey pot pie has all the flavor of the classic.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry

Turkey Stew

A hearty Turkey stew in a white bowl.
TURKEY STEW . Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Shredded turkey meat is added to a comforting stew mixture of baby red potatoes, mushrooms, carrots, celery and onions that’s simmered with garlic and fresh herbs. A touch of tomato paste and balsamic vinegar bring an acidic offset to the savory flavors for a wonderfully cozy meal.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Stew

Thanksgiving Breakfast Frittata

Breakfast frittata in a cast iron skillet with mushrooms and vegetables.
THANKSGIVING BREAKFAST FRITTATA . Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Start the holiday off right with this Thanksgiving breakfast frittata filled with mushrooms, butternut squash, shallots and herbs.
Get the Recipe: Thanksgiving Breakfast Frittata

Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes

Pancakes made with leftover mashed potatoes.
Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes. Photo credit: Cincy Shopper.

If you have leftover mashed potatoes, you will want to make these Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes. Creamy mashed potatoes are loaded up with bacon, cheese, peppers, onions, and then fried up for some added crispiness.
Get the Recipe: Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes

Leftover Turkey Puff Pastry Pie with Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, and Cheese Sauce

Spoon scooping out turkey puff pastry pie.
Leftover Turkey Puff Pastry Pie with Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, and Cheese Sauce. Photo credit: An Edible Mosaic.

Delicious Leftover Turkey Puff Pastry Pie with Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, and Cheese Sauce is easy to make and the perfect way to reinvent Thanksgiving leftovers!
Get the Recipe: Leftover Turkey Puff Pastry Pie with Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, and Cheese Sauce

Leftover Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry

Leftover turkey pot pie in a cast iron skillet with cranberry sauce on the side.
Leftover Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry . Photo credit: Casual Epicure.

This one-pan Leftover Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry is an easy comfort food recipe made with tender turkey, veggies, and delicious gravy topped with a flaky, buttery puff pastry crust. It’s perfect for those Thanksgiving leftovers.
Get the Recipe: Leftover Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry

Turkey and Cranberry Filo Tarts

Turkey and cranberry filo tarts served on a black round plate.
TURKEY AND CRANBERRY FILO TARTS . Photo credit: Something Sweet Something Savoury.

These Turkey and Cranberry Filo Tarts are full of Christmas flavor – chopped leftover turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce in one delicious, crunchy bite. They are perfect party food!
Get the Recipe: Turkey and Cranberry Filo Tarts

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