Easy Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup Recipe
This Easy Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for using up leftover turkey. Made with tender turkey, long noodles, savory broth, and fresh vegetables, it’s a simple one-pot meal that’s quick to prepare and full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover turkey (shredded or diced)
- 6 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 2 cups long noodles (spaghetti or egg noodles work well)
- 2 carrots (sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (sliced)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken or turkey broth. Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Cook Noodles and Turkey: Once the broth is boiling, add the long noodles and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the shredded or diced leftover turkey to the pot to heat through thoroughly.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the bay leaf. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Using leftover turkey makes this soup quick and reduces food waste.
- You can substitute the noodles with gluten-free pasta if preferred.
- Fresh herbs can be used instead of dried thyme for a brighter flavor.
- The soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Adjust the thickness of the soup by adding more broth if you prefer a thinner consistency.
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