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Turkey Leftover Noodle Soup (Post-Thanksgiving)

This Turkey Leftover Noodle Soup is SO EASY! Turn your Thanksgiving turkey leftovers into a warm, hearty, and satisfying meal perfect for cozy family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked turkey shredded
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups egg noodles
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing vegetables
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Ladle
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, letting the garlic become aromatic but not burnt.
  3. Carefully pour the 8 cups of chicken broth into the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Add the shredded turkey to the simmering broth, stirring to combine. Then, add the egg noodles directly into the pot. Cook according to package directions, usually about 7-8 minutes, or until noodles are tender but still firm.
  5. Taste your soup and season with salt and pepper as needed. When the noodles are perfectly cooked, remove the pot from the heat.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle generously with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute turkey with mushrooms or tofu and use vegetable broth.
  • Freeze the soup without noodles to maintain texture; add freshly cooked noodles when reheating.
  • Add noodles at the end of cooking to prevent mushiness.
  • Season gradually to avoid overly salty soup.
  • Prepare broth and veggies a day ahead for easy meal prep.