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15 Leftover Turkey Recipes

Brianne Izzo
By Brianne Izzo

Sure, the Thanksgiving feast is great, but the best part about it might be the leftovers. If you are ready to elevate your extra turkey beyond the basic sandwich, you’ll love these Leftover Turkey Recipes. From light and fresh to hearty and comforting, plus all of these ideas are gluten free!

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What to Make with Leftover Turkey

You’ve gathered around the table and enjoyed your roast turkey slathered with gluten free gravy. The dishes are washed, the leftovers are all packed away in the fridge. You are ready to relax, only now you might be daydreaming about all of that leftover turkey.

Sure, you could bake a loaf of gluten free bread and make sandwiches smeared with cranberry sauce. But that gets boring fast. So it’s time to get creative. Only first, let’s talk about storing that leftover turkey.

Storing Leftover Turkey

  • Fridge – When storing leftover turkey, make sure you put it in an airtight container or plastic ziploc storgage bag and get it in the refrigerator right away. You do not want turkey to be left at room temperature longer than two hours. Once refrigerated, it will be safe to eat within 3 to 4 days. However, if anything looks or smells off, then you should discard it immediately.
  • Freezer – If you won’t eat it within that time, you can also freeze it for 1 to 2 months. Just be sure it is tightly sealed with as much excess air removes in order to prevent freezer burn.
  • Reheat – In order to ensure safety, be sure to reheat your leftover turkey until it is steaming hot. If you have a thermometer, it should reach 165°F. You ca reheat it in the microwave, a skillet, or in an over that is at least 325°F.
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The Best Gluten Free Leftover Turkey Recipes

We’ve already discussed sandwiches. Salads seem like an obvious choice, and many people make leftover turkey soup. But there is so much more and you’ll find some mouthwatering ideas right here.

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Turkey Pot Pie Soup

A hearty bowl of Turkey Pot Pie Soup is the perfect warm and cozy meal. Loaded with vegetables and topped with gluten free pie crust crackers, it's serious comfort food made with Thanksgiving leftovers.
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Gluten Free Turkey Tetrazzini

This tetrazzini recipe is classic comfort food, and while the recipe is made with chicken, all you have to do is swap that with your Thanksgiving leftover turkey. It's creamy, cozy, and made without canned soup.
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A slice of turkey swiss quiche with bacon, tomatoes, and avocado on a white plate with the rest of it in a glass pie dish in the background.

Turkey Swiss Quiche

This flavorful Turkey Swiss Quiche is filled with all the ingredients of a classic turkey club sandwich, including bacon and avocado. A delicious meal that you can enjoy for breakfast or brunch, lunch or dinner.
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A closeup of a bowl of white turkey chili topped with avocado, sour cream, tomatoes, and cilantro.

White Turkey Chili

With leftover turkey, hearty white beans, and the perfect blend of spices, this White Turkey Chili is a simmering pot of hearty comfort food. Even better, it's ready in about 30 minutes with cooked-all-day flavor.
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Cranberry BBQ Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

A fun and easy way to use up your Thanksgiving leftovers, Cranberry BBQ Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are an easy dinner recipe the family might love even more than the holiday feast. Leftover turkey is slathered with a tangy mixture of cranberry sauce and barbecue sauce and loaded on sweet potatoes with a crumbly topping.
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Jambalaya Stuffed Baked Sweet Potatoes

Try Jambalaya Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a new twist on the classic Cajun dish that comes together fast and packs a flavor punch. Baked sweet potatoes are filled with that hearty mixture of turkey, shrimp, sausage, and veggies.
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Kentucky Hot Brown Dip

Kentucky Hot Brown Dip has all the best parts of the classic sandwich in a melty, cheesy snack. This Southern-inspired favorite is loaded with turkey, bacon, tomatoes, and, of course, plenty of cheese for your party menu!
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Lettuce topped with the following ingredients from left to right: crumbled bacon, chopped walnuts, apple slices, chopped cooked turkey, roasted sweet potato cubes, shredded cheddar cheese, and dried cranberries.

Harvest Turkey Cobb Salad

This Harvest Cobb Salad recipe is perfect for this time of year. It pulls together leftover turkey and some of the best flavors of the season with a tangy Cranberry Balsamic Vinaigrette. 
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Gluten Free Turkey Rice Casserole

While usually made with chicken, this creamy, cheesy, and gluten-free casserole is full of cozy, amazing flavor, especially when you make it with leftover turkey. Enjoy this twist on classic comfort food as an easy weeknight dinner!
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Gluten Free Turkey Wild Rice Soup

While technically a chicken soup recipe, you can easily make this creamy Wild Rice Soup with leftover turkey. It is the definition of comfort food with tender veggies, meat, and hearty rice in a savory, velvety broth.
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