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Easy Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup for Cozy Dinners

Close-up of a bowl of rich turkey noodle soup featuring shredded turkey, bright orange carrots, egg noodles, and fresh parsley.
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Make this classic, comforting turkey noodle soup quickly using leftover cooked turkey. This simple one-pot recipe features tender vegetables, savory broth, and egg noodles, making it a perfect, hearty family dinner idea.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups carrots, sliced into small rounds
  • 8 cups turkey broth (or chicken broth)
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded turkey (leftover turkey works well)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • 12 ounces egg noodles
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped celery, onion, and carrots. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Pour in the turkey broth. Add the dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  3. Add the shredded cooked turkey to the simmering broth. Continue to simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
  4. Increase the heat slightly and add the egg noodles to the pot. Cook according to the package directions, usually 6 to 8 minutes, until the noodles are tender.
  5. Remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Ladle the hearty turkey noodle soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with fresh chopped parsley before you serve it.

Notes

  • For a creamy turkey noodle soup variation, remove the pot from the heat after removing the bay leaf. Whisk in 0.5 cup of heavy cream or half-and-half before serving.
  • If you do not have leftover turkey, you can use raw turkey breast or thighs; cook them in the broth until done, then shred before adding the noodles.
  • This recipe works well in a slow cooker; combine all ingredients except noodles, cook on low for 6 hours, then add noodles for the last 30 minutes.

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