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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    24 Genius Ways to Transform Leftover Turkey into Irresistible Meals!

    Published: Nov 24, 2024 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Leftover turkey doesn’t have to be boring or feel like a repeat of the big meal. With a little creativity, it can easily become the base for great meals that are anything but predictable. This post is packed with simple ideas to help you use up that extra turkey in ways that feel fresh and exciting. Whether you’re looking for something hearty or light, these recipes will keep things interesting and make the most of what’s already in your fridge.

    Pecan Chicken Casserole With A Cheesy Crumble

    A serving of creamy pecan chicken casserole.
    Pecan Chicken Casserole With A Cheesy Crumble. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    A crispy pecan crumble forms the base for a creamy chicken casserole. It all comes together in no time for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. You can also use leftover turkey for this!
    Get the Recipe: Pecan Chicken Casserole With A Cheesy Crumble

    Million Dollar Chicken Casserole With Cream Cheese

    A serving spoon in a casserole dish of million dollar chicken.
    Million Dollar Chicken Casserole With Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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    This easy million dollar chicken casserole recipe is a from-scratch dinner that is made even better with a buttery, crumbly Ritz cracker crust! Leftover turkey is a great alternative for this.
    Get the Recipe: Million Dollar Chicken Casserole With Cream Cheese

    Chicken Pot Pie Casserole With Biscuit Crumbles

    A close-up of a black bowl filled with seasoned chicken and vegetable casserole. The dish includes chunks of bread or biscuit-like pieces, carrots, green peas, and chicken, all garnished with fresh herbs. A fork is partially visible, resting on the rim of the bowl.
    Chicken Pot Pie Casserole With Biscuit Crumbles. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This Chicken Pot Pie Casserole features tender shredded chicken or turkey, sautéed veggies, and a creamy sauce, all topped with a biscuit-like crumble.
    Get the Recipe: Chicken Pot Pie Casserole With Biscuit Crumbles

    Cozy Chicken Hashbrown Casserole With Cornflakes

    A casserole dish with chicken casserole and a wooden spoon.
    Cozy Chicken Hashbrown Casserole With Cornflakes. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Creamy, loaded with cheese, and chunks of tender chicken or turkey, this Chicken Hashbrown Casserole is topped with crispy cornflakes.
    Get the Recipe: Cozy Chicken Hashbrown Casserole With Cornflakes

    Buffalo Chicken Casserole With Tater Tots

    A serving being taken from a chicken casserole.
    Buffalo Chicken Casserole With Tater Tots. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Satisfy your comfort food craving with this buffalo chicken casserole (or hot dish using turkey).It’s made with ground chicken, ranch dressing, hot sauce, and frozen tater tots.
    Get the Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Casserole With Tater Tots

    Chicken Enchilada Layered Casserole (Easy Homemade Sauce)

    A close-up of a cheesy, baked dish in a rectangular glass dish. The dish is garnished with chopped red onions and herbs. A portion has been scooped up with a serving utensil, showing the gooey texture and layers of ingredients.
    Chicken Enchilada Layered Casserole (Easy Homemade Sauce). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This simple-to-assemble layered Tex-Mex chicken enchilada casserole is a 15-minute from-scratch recipe that bakes up ooey gooey and full of flavor. You can also replace chicken with turkey leftovers.
    Get the Recipe: Chicken Enchilada Layered Casserole (Easy Homemade Sauce)

    One Pot Southwest Chicken And Rice Casserole

    Southwest chicken and rice in a pot with a spoon.
    One Pot Southwest Chicken And Rice Casserole. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This simple Southwestern one pot Chicken and Rice can be made start to finish in forty minutes with rotisserie chicken or leftover turkey, cheese, and rice.
    Get the Recipe: One Pot Southwest Chicken And Rice Casserole

    Layered Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

    A spoon full of chicken cordon bleu casserole.
    Layered Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This cheesy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is a mouth-watering twist on the classic. Creamy Swiss, tender chicken or turkey leftovers, and ham create the perfect comfort meal.
    Get the Recipe: Layered Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

    Cheesy Chicken And Wild Rice Casserole Topped With Toasted Almonds

    A skillet of chicken and wild rice casserole with a wooden spoon.
    Cheesy Chicken And Wild Rice Casserole Topped With Toasted Almonds. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Ultra creamy, this chicken and wild rice casserole is always a favorite. Chicken or turkey, rice, & cheese topped with almonds and no canned soup.
    Get the Recipe: Cheesy Chicken And Wild Rice Casserole Topped With Toasted Almonds

    One Pan Chicken And Rice Casserole With Broccoli In A Homemade Sauce

    A skillet of chicken rice and broccoli casserole.
    One Pan Chicken And Rice Casserole With Broccoli In A Homemade Sauce. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Chicken and Rice Casserole with Broccoli has tender chicken or turkey, a homemade sauce and a crispy Ritz topping for a one-pan, easy to make casserole.
    Get the Recipe: One Pan Chicken And Rice Casserole With Broccoli In A Homemade Sauce

    Chicken Poppy Seed Casserole (A Potluck Favorite)

    A plate of rice covered with poppy seed chicken.
    Chicken Poppy Seed Casserole (A Potluck Favorite). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Chicken poppy seed casserole made with a homemade creamy filling and a crispy poppy seed cracker topping is great for a potluck or weeknight dinner. You can also use turkey for this recipe.
    Get the Recipe: Chicken Poppy Seed Casserole (A Potluck Favorite)

    Moroccan Turkey Meatball Pitas With Hummus

    Moroccan Turkey Meatball Pitas with Hummus. Photo credit: Talking Meals.

    Easy, make-ahead Pita Bread Sandwiches Recipe have Moroccan-spiced Turkey Meatballs, Hummus and lemon yogurt sauce. Delicious!
    Get the Recipe: Moroccan Turkey Meatball Pitas With Hummus

    Leftover Turkey Pasta Bake: Stuffed Shells In Tomato Sauce

    Leftover Turkey Pasta Bake: Stuffed Shells in Tomato Sauce. Photo credit: Talking Meals.

    Turkey Ricotta Stuffed Shells in Tomato Sauce is an easy, transformational leftover turkey pasta bake idea! Make and eat or freeze for later.
    Get the Recipe: Leftover Turkey Pasta Bake: Stuffed Shells In Tomato Sauce

    Leftover Turkey Breast Recipe: Asian Lettuce Wraps!

    Leftover Turkey Breast Recipe: Asian Lettuce Wraps!. Photo credit: Talking Meals.

    Asian Lettuce Wraps: the best leftover turkey breast recipe! Turkey & vegetables are stir fried then layered in lettuce with a crunchy slaw.
    Get the Recipe: Leftover Turkey Breast Recipe: Asian Lettuce Wraps!

    Healthy Turkey Tacos

    Healthy Turkey Tacos. Photo credit: Smells Like Home.

    Turkey tacos: Skip the taco packet for your next Taco Tuesday and make these healthy turkey tacos. A healthy and filling dinner will be on the table in under 25 minutes!
    Get the Recipe: Healthy Turkey Tacos

    Leftover Turkey Enchiladas (Cranchiladas)

    Leftover Turkey Enchiladas (Cranchiladas). Photo credit: Smells Like Home.

    Leftover Turkey Enchiladas: Looking for a creative and delicious leftover turkey recipe? Enter these turkey cranchiladas and use your cranberry sauce too!
    Get the Recipe: Leftover Turkey Enchiladas (Cranchiladas)

    Creamy Turkey Pot Pie With White Sauce

    Creamy Turkey Pot Pie With White Sauce. Photo credit: Savor the Best.

    This turkey pot pie is loaded with turkey chunks and veggies in a creamy sauce. It is easy to make and a great way to use leftover turkey.
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Turkey Pot Pie With White Sauce

    Lentil Turkey Soup

    Lentil Turkey Soup. Photo credit: Savor the Best.

    This lentil turkey soup is thick, hearty and filling. It is loaded with vegetables and spices that give it layers of flavor.
    Get the Recipe: Lentil Turkey Soup

    Ham And Turkey Pinwheels With Cheese

    Ham And Turkey Pinwheels With Cheese. Photo credit: Savor the Best.

    Deliciously simple ham and turkey pinwheels are a delightful appetizer that are easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
    Get the Recipe: Ham And Turkey Pinwheels With Cheese

    The Best Turkey Burger Recipe (So Juicy!)

    The Best Turkey Burger Recipe (So Juicy!). Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    If you’re looking for the best turkey burger recipe, I’ve got you covered. Read on for the ultimate juicy and delicious turkey burger recipe.
    Get the Recipe: The Best Turkey Burger Recipe (So Juicy!)

    Turkey Meatloaf Florentine

    Turkey Meatloaf Florentine. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    This Turkey Meatloaf Recipe is healthy, tasty, filling and makes a perfect weeknight dinner. Plus spinach takes this dish to the next level.
    Get the Recipe: Turkey Meatloaf Florentine

    Smothered With Rich Gravy Turkey Wings Recipe (Crock Pot)

    A close-up of a white baking dish containing several cooked chicken drumsticks covered in a creamy, brown sauce. The dish is garnished with small green herbs. A blue and white striped cloth is partially visible beside the dish.
    Smothered With Rich Gravy Turkey Wings Recipe (Crock Pot). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Smothered With Rich Gravy Turkey Wings Made In A Crock Pot incredibly simple to make and guarantees tender, flavorful turkey wings.
    Get the Recipe: Smothered With Rich Gravy Turkey Wings Recipe (Crock Pot)

    Easy Turkey Bolognese Recipe

    Easy Turkey Bolognese Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    A spin on a classic bolognese sauce cooks up with ground turkey meat instead of beef or pork. requires only 10-15 minutes of hands-on time.
    Get the Recipe: Easy Turkey Bolognese Recipe

    Savory Ground Turkey Chili Recipe

    Savory Ground Turkey Chili Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Learn how to make the best ground turkey chili in your Crock Pot. A classic, timeless recipe that’s fool-proof and delicious!
    Get the Recipe: Savory Ground Turkey Chili Recipe

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