Leftover Turkey Soup
Transform your leftover turkey or rotisserie chicken into a warm, hearty Leftover Turkey Soup that the whole family will love. This quick and easy recipe brings together a delightful blend of fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, simmered in rich chicken stock for a comforting meal ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect for cozy dinners or as a satisfying weeknight option, this soup is versatile enough to allow you to customize it with any vegetables or grains you have on hand. Enjoy a bowlful of warmth that not only minimizes food waste but also delivers delicious flavors in every spoonful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 onion (or 2 shallots)
- 1 large carrot
- 2 stalks celery
- 1 clove garlic
- 4 sprigs thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
- 1½ litres / 6 cups chicken stock
- 75g / 1/2 cup giant/pearl couscous
- 250g / 2 cups cooked turkey or chicken
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over low heat. Add chopped onion, celery, carrot, garlic, and thyme. Sauté for about 5 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Pour in chicken stock along with cooked turkey and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Add giant couscous or noodles to the pot once boiling. Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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