Sick of Thanksgiving Leftovers? 25+ Recipes That Make Them Exciting Again!

Leftovers? Let’s Make Something Better!

Got a fridge full of Thanksgiving leftovers? Turn leftover turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and even pumpkin pie into something everyone actually wants to eat!

Leftover Turkey Pot Pie

A comforting turkey pot pie with a delicious potato topping. Ready in under 40 minutes and freezer-friendly!

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Turkey Cranberry Crescent Braid

Use leftover turkey and cranberry sauce to make a delicious crescent roll braid that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.

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Turkey & Cheese Sundried Tomato Pinwheels

Turkey, cheese, lettuce, and a creamy sun-dried tomato spread rolled into easy pinwheels.

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Turkey Turnovers with Cranberry Sauce

Flaky, savory turkey turnovers paired with cranberry sauce. A fun way to give Thanksgiving leftovers a second life!

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Turkey and Mashed Potato Fritters

Combine leftover turkey and mashed potatoes into crispy, golden fritters. Great for a quick lunch or dinner.

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Smoked Turkey & Veggie Orzo Soup

Turn leftover smoked turkey and vegetables into a hearty soup with tender orzo and rich turkey broth.

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Creamy Turkey and Wild Rice Soup

A rich, comforting soup made with leftover turkey and wild rice. Perfect for a chilly day after Thanksgiving.

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Turkey Cranberry Sliders

Turn leftover turkey and cranberry sauce into tasty little sandwiches. Great for lunch, snacks, or feeding a crowd.

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Leftover Turkey Brunswick Stew

Give leftover turkey a Southern makeover with hearty Brunswick stew.

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Moroccan Turkey Stew

Leftover turkey, chickpeas, apricots, and warm spices come together in this flavorful 20-minute stew.

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Thanksgiving Turkey Egg Rolls

Crispy egg rolls filled with Thanksgiving leftovers. Dip them in leftover gravy or cranberry sauce!

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White Bean Turkey Chili

A creamy, slightly spicy turkey chili with white beans. A great way to use leftover turkey on a cold day.

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Turkey and Stuffing Waffles

Turn leftover stuffing and turkey into crispy waffles with Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a post-holiday brunch.

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Turkey Quesadillas with Black Beans

Use leftover turkey to make quick, cheesy quesadillas with black beans. Easy and delicious!

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Copycat Panera Bread Turkey Chili

Recreate Panera’s comforting turkey chili with beans, vegetables, and warm spices.

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Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes

Crispy potato cakes loaded with bacon, cheese, peppers, and onions. One of the tastiest ways to use mashed potatoes!

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Smoked Turkey Caesar Bacon Wrap

Give leftover smoked turkey a fresh twist with a Caesar-inspired wrap and crispy bacon.

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Creamed Turkey Over Biscuits

A hearty, comforting meal featuring leftover turkey in a creamy sauce served over warm biscuits.

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Creamy Turkey Noodles

Leftover turkey, vegetables, and egg noodles tossed in a creamy sauce. An easy family dinner.

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Instant Pot Smoked Turkey Soup

Turn a smoked turkey carcass into a flavorful soup with vegetables and tender turkey.

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Mexican Turkey Soup

Give leftover turkey a completely different flavor with this Mexican-inspired soup. Make extra and freeze some for later!

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Easy Leftover Turkey Casserole

Just five ingredients and a few minutes of prep turn leftover turkey into a family-friendly casserole.

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Hearty and Healthy Turkey Chili

A filling, flavorful turkey chili for chilly evenings and meal prep.

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Chocolate Chip Sweet Potato Waffles

Use leftover mashed sweet potatoes to make fluffy chocolate chip waffles for breakfast or brunch.

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Cranberry Orange Muffins

Put leftover cranberry sauce to good use in these sweet, citrusy muffins. Great for breakfast or snacks.

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Southwest Spicy Leftover Turkey Soup

Turn leftover turkey into a bold, spicy Southwest-inspired soup.

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Leftover Pumpkin Pie Milkshake

Blend an entire slice of leftover pumpkin pie, crust and all, into a delicious milkshake in less than five minutes!

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