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Creamy chicken vegetable soup with shredded chicken, carrots, green beans, and parsley in a rustic ceramic bowl

Easy Leftover Turkey Soup: A Comforting Recipe for Holiday Leftovers


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken or turkey broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté 5–7 minutes until tender.
  3. Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in broth and add turkey, green beans, thyme, and rosemary.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20–25 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot with bread or salad.

Notes

Add a bay leaf while simmering for extra depth. Soup freezes well for up to 3 months. For a creamy version, stir in cream or Greek yogurt before serving.