Wondering what do to with those turkey leftovers? Here are my go-to, easy and nutritious recipes that are perfect for using up your leftover turkey.
I love turkey leftovers as much as I love turkey dinner. Enjoying toasted turkey sandwiches the days after Thanksgiving or Christmas is one of my fondest memories growing up. The layers of turkey, stuffing, roasted veggies and cranberry sauce in between soft white bread… you can’t go wrong. SO delicious! Turkey barley soup is another fave – the ultimate comfort food!
Turkey meat is packed full of high quality protein, iron, Vitamin B-12, Selenium, Zinc and Potassium. It’s lean and filling and is naturally low in sodium. We often use ground turkey meat in recipes that call for ground beef because we find it’s just as tasty but a bit lighter in flavour (and saturated fat).
Over the years I’ve become creative with how I use turkey leftovers. Repurposing leftover meat, or poultry is one of my specialties and a great way to decrease food waste. Most of the recipes below are big-batch recipes that you can freeze for later too. So one turkey dinner could potentially turn into dozen of meals that you freeze and reheat on busy weekday nights!
If you’re looking for unconventional (and delicious) ways to use up your turkey leftovers, this post is for you! Where you see “chicken” or “ham”, just replace with leftover turkey!
One-pan meals are a mom’s best friend. This mom’s, anyways. My whole family loves this southwestern chicken (or turkey!) and quinoa skillet, and so will yours!
I love finding recipes that my whole family loves and that I can whip up in less than half an hour. This Thai Peanut Noodle Bowl recipe is as delicious as it sounds, and the whole recipe is made in one pan!
There’s something very gratifying about finding a nutritious and tasty recipe that the whole family loves. What makes it even better is if it’s easy to throw together last minute! These Thai Chicken (or Turkey) Veggie Bowls hit the mark in every way–not only packed full of nutrition, but also delicious and super easy to prepare. If you're making it with leftover turkey, I would suggest adding to the bowls after the veggies have been roasted so as not to dry it out.
Better than take-out by a long shot, my clean-out-the-fridge fried rice recipe is the bomb. It's the perfect base for adding leftover turkey.
These easy, nutritious and super tasty curry chicken/turkey lettuce wraps are the perfect solution to busy weekday lunches or dinners!
Don’t feel like cooking for hours and hours on Christmas Day or Thanksgiving? Me neither! Skip the hassle, and try this delicious, make-ahead turkey dinner casserole. It's also a great recipe for using up leftover turkey!
I’m always looking for easy, quick dinnertime options that my kids will love, that I can whip up in minutes and that call for simple ingredients that I always have laying around. Even better is a versatile recipe (like these easy weeknight dinner ideas) that you can substitute various ingredients in if you don’t have everything. That’s where my pasta, ham/turkey and veggie frittata comes to the rescue!
They sound complicated, but they’re really simple (and really yummy!). Think make-your-own thin crust pizzas, only with a yummy Mexican twist!
Top Easy Ways to Use Turkey Leftovers: Fried Rice & More
Clean-Out-The-Fridge Weeknight Fried Rice, a delicious, nutritious, one-pan meal that the whole family will love. Better than take-out by a long shot!
Ingredients
- Leftover cooked meat, such as turkey, chicken, fish, or seafood (about 8-10 oz total ie. one pork tenderloin or 2 chicken breast)
- 3 cups leftover brown or white basmati rice
- 2 cups chopped fresh veggies
- 1/3 cup frozen peas
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2.5 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- In a large wok, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, veggies, peas and sauté until tender-crisp (a few minutes).
- Reduce heat to medium-low, move veggies to one side of pan and add whisked egg. Cook until eggs are scrambled.
- Add rice, meat/chicken/seafood and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add soy sauce and combine, sautéing for another few minutes. Allow a few minutes to cool and serve!
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Everyone’s breakfast routine is different, but it’s important to honor your hunger and take the time to sit down and eat in the morning - seems simple, doesn’t it?! But it can feel overwhelming when you’re juggling a million tasks and to-dos–I get it!
To make your life easier, I’ve partnered with @naturesbakery to share some easy go-to breakfasts:
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Recipe for overnight banana chia oats:
To a glass/mason jar or container add:
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As a dietitian and mom, I’m all about recipes that are quick, affordable, nourishing, and of course, delicious. That’s why I’ve teamed up with my friends at L’Ancêtre Cheese to bring you my Homemade One-Pot Hamburger Helper—perfect for weeknight dinners and makes awesome leftovers for lunchboxes too!
What I love most? You can toss everything—beef, pasta, veggies—into one pot, saving time and dishes! Plus, @ancetrecheese , made locally here in Canada from pasture-fed cows, adds that perfect cheesy touch. It’s organic, sustainably produced, and absolutely delicious. 🧀
What you need:
* 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
* 4 cups uncooked whole grain, regular or gluten-free pasta noodles (like rotini or macaroni)
* ½ yellow onion, diced
* 2 cups veggies of choice, diced (eg. mushrooms, bell peppers, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower etc.)
* 1 cup frozen peas
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 tsp pepper
* 1.5 cups milk of choice
* 1.5 cups chicken broth
* 1-680 mL jar tomato pasta sauce
* 2 tsp Italian Seasoning
* Tsp red pepper flakes
* 3 cups L’Ancêtre’s Marbled Mild Cheddar
Put it all together:
1. Cook beef in a large pot over medium-high heat until browned, then drain. Add onion, garlic, red pepper, mushrooms, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until veggies are tender-crisp.
2. Mix in milk, broth, tomato sauce, and uncooked macaroni. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook for 15-18 minutes, stirring often. Adjust liquid as needed.
3. Remove from heat, stir in frozen peas and 1 cup of cheese until melted. Transfer to a casserole dish, sprinkle with remaining cheese, and bake at 375°F for 5-10 minutes until golden. Cool before serving.
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