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leftover turkey ideas

By GirlCarnivore

2022

Down and Dirty Weeknight Turkey Burritos

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Not sure why turkey breasts aren’t more easy to find, like chicken. Chicken gets an entire aisle of case space. Turkey, you have to buy a whole turkey usually. But if you can’t find plain turkey breasts, then make a point of asking at the meat counter.

Classic Hot Brown-Turkey Sandwich

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This is no boring old Turkey Sandwich. The Hot Brown is smothered in gravy, topped with bacon, and unmistakably delicious.

Smoked Chicken Chilaquiles

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These Smoked Chicken Chilaquiles are the perfect way to use up leftover smoked chicken! This classic Mexican breakfast is loaded with corn tortillas, enchilada sauce, perfectly fried eggs, tender chopped chicken, and cheese all served in one skillet!

The Ultimate Grilled Turkey Sandwich

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A warm pile of fresh sliced turkey, sharp cheese, and everything else I could lay my eyes on while whipping up lunch. That’s a real sandwich.

Mexican Chicken Soup

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Chicken soup doesn’t need to be boring! Move over same-old chicken soup and say hello to this flavor-packed Mexican Chicken Soup. Loaded with veggies, lots of tender chicken, and a bright note from the limes, this soup is delicious! With lots of avocado and crema, this soup will win you rave reviews!

Pilgrim Sandwich

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Pilgrim sandwich: A compilation of Thanksgiving leftovers, tucked inside of a hearty roll. It's the perfect day-after-Thanksgiving lunch!

Black Friday Turkey Burger Recipe

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Thanksgiving Leftovers? Black Friday Turkey Burger Recipe will cure that in an over the top and crazy delicious way. Scroll down for a list of killer recipe ideas as well.

Leftover Smoked Nachos with Mango Salsa

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Nacho night is one of my favorite ways to use up leftovers. It’s a ten minute way to reinvent last nights supper and these Leftover Smoked Chicken Nachos with Mango Salsa are huge hit every single time.

Instant Pot Turkey Stock

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Homemade turkey broth is both easy and rewarding but can be flat or boring. Craving a rich delicious broth to freeze for later, we put the leftover Thanksgiving turkey carcass to the test to make this easy instant pot turkey stock recipe.

Leftover Smoked Turkey Sandwich

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This Leftover Smoked Turkey Sandwich is the best way to use up leftovers! Toasted hoagie rolls are topped with smoked turkey and veggies, slathered with BBQ sauce, and layered with melty cheese. Using up leftovers doesn’t get better than this!

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