Leftover Turkey Soup
A cozy and easy weeknight soup that transforms leftover turkey into a warm, comforting meal in about 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover turkey, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: noodles or rice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Sauté until softened and the onion is translucent (about 6–8 minutes).
- Stir in the shredded turkey and chicken broth. Add thyme.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
- Let the soup simmer for 20–30 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If using noodles or rice, either add them to the simmering soup or cook separately and stir them in just before serving.
Notes
For a creamier soup, stir in 1/2 cup of cream at the end. Add a bay leaf while simmering for enhanced flavor. If using leftover cooked turkey, the cooking time is reduced. Be sure to store any noodles separately if keeping leftovers.
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